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Piazza Santa Maria Novella, Florence

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is an image of a city square with historic architecture, carriages, and figures. The foreground includes a figure in a hat and cloak standing on a balcony, overlooking the bustling square. The square is surrounded by classical buildings, with a prominent structure on the right featuring columns and a pediment. Various small figures and carriages are present in the square, engaging in different activities. The style of the drawing is characterized by fine lines and detailed depiction of architecture and figures, typical of etchings from the 17th or 18th century.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1622
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3438 × 2455 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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