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The Slave Market

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an etching of a town square or market area bustling with people. The scene includes buildings, a river or canal, a bridge with people and boats, and distant structures like towers and a church spire. The etching style features fine lines detailing the architecture and figures. Close-up groups of figures engage in different activities, wearing textured clothing. The overall color palette is black and white.

Artwork Details

Date
1629
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
5094 × 2744 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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