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Two Pantaloons Dancing

Edouard Eckman after Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of two fantastical figures in extravagant costumes and dynamic poses. The figures have elongated limbs and stylized postures. They are adorned with garments and headpieces suggesting movement and playfulness. The line work is simple against a plain background, emphasizing the figures' expressions. The scene is framed by a border, focusing on the characters.

Artwork Details

Date
1621
Medium
woodcut on laid paper
Dimensions
3828 × 2769 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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