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Piazza della Signoria, Florence

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a city square with a high vantage point. There is a person in elaborate attire standing in front of the viewer. The background features a tower and buildings. The intricate engraving style highlights figures, architecture, and activity in the square. The color scheme is sepia with fine details. The square is busy with people, banners, and horses, hinting at a formal event. Building facades surround the space, leading the eye towards the central scene and architectural elements in the background.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1622
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3435 × 2504 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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