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Christ Walking on the Water [first plate]

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a celestial event with figures and rays of light. There are two prominent figures in the foreground, one reaching out to the other who is kneeling. Above them, a group of angelic beings is located on clouds, with rays of light descending towards the figures below. The scene is detailed with flowing garments and dynamic poses, capturing a moment of interaction in a dramatic and divine atmosphere. The style resembles Baroque engravings, with a focus on contrast, movement, and spiritual intensity.

Artwork Details

Date
1608/1611
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
2900 × 4485 px
Public Domain
Yes
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