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Salamander Surrounded by Flames

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a creature in a landscape. The creature has a curled tail and distinct facial features, standing on a surface with curved lines radiating outward. To the left, there are outlines of trees or bushes, and to the right, a small structure resembling a house is among undulating lines that may represent hills or ground contours. The artist's signature is visible below the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1628
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3448 × 2575 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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