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Entry of Mm. de Vroncourt, Tyllon, and Marimont

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of sea creatures with human figures mounted on them. The drawing features two large, mythical sea creatures with exaggerated features like wide mouths and flippers. One creature is ridden by three human figures holding poles and wearing elaborate costumes, while another figure straddles the second creature while playing a musical instrument. The sea creatures are depicted with undulating bodies and wide eyes as they swim across a body of water.

Artwork Details

Date
1627
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
4761 × 3200 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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