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The Massacre of the Innocents

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a city scene with detailed architectural setting and a high horizon. The cityscape includes a hill or small mountain in the distance. The artwork features intricate line work creating texture and depth, especially in the architecture and people. The color palette is mainly sepia or dark brown, giving an aged appearance. The scene includes numerous moving figures and buildings lining a narrowing street. An oval border surrounds the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1618/1620
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3178 × 4061 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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