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Peasant with Shovel on His Shoulder

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person standing to the right, looking toward a vast open space. The person is holding a staff or stick with a shovel resting over one shoulder. The horizon is low with hills, buildings, and trees visible in the distance. The style features fine, detailed lines typical of etching techniques. The color palette is monochromatic, with black and beige tones creating contrast. Details are more pronounced in the foreground and become more delicate towards the horizon.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1622
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3305 × 2300 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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