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Almshouse

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a ground-level view of a group of people near a rustic building with arched architecture. The horizon is not visible in the composition. A figure in a wide hat and cloak sits on the right, gesturing with an outstretched arm. The artwork shows detailed textures of clothing and stonework with careful brushstrokes or etching lines. The color palette is mainly monochromatic, using shades of brown and black for contrast. In the background, there are subtle tree forms framing the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1622
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3416 × 2377 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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