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The Catafalque of the Emperor Mathias

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an interior space. The drawing depicts a grand interior scene featuring a large, vaulted hall adorned with architectural details and decorative elements. A pyramid-like structure composed of light sources or candles is positioned at the center back of the room. The room is lined with columns and drapery, and the ceiling is coffered. On the walls, there are sculpted figures and framed artworks. The composition includes figures gathered, with the title at the bottom referring to the death of Emperor Matthias.

Artwork Details

Date
1619
Medium
etching and engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3400 × 4583 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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