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A Church

after Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a village setting viewed from the left side. The church and trees align horizontally near the center of the composition. The church stands slightly to the right of center, surrounded by trees. The style of the image is a detailed etching with precise lines and cross-hatching for shading and texture. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of black on a beige canvas. Various figures are engaged in quiet activities in the foreground, with additional buildings and trees in the distance.

Artwork Details

Date
in or after 1635
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
5031 × 2463 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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