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The Little Farm

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a rustic scene from an elevated point of view, featuring a farmyard and its surroundings. The horizon is low, with trees and distant structures breaking it up. The artwork is detailed with fine linework, typical of an etching. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of sepia or black and white. In the foreground, a man with a walking stick and a dog are present, along with another small dog nearby. Various animals like chickens are scattered around. A barn-like structure filled with farming equipment and barrels is on the right, while a thatched roof building and a small fenced garden are on the left, with trees and vegetation extending into the distance.

Artwork Details

Date
possibly c. 1617
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
4473 × 2994 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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