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Oyster with Pearl

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a minimalist, monochromatic landscape with an elevated viewpoint. The horizon blends into distant waters with no prominent elements. In the foreground, there is a large shell with a smaller one nearby. Three figures are standing near rocky formations to the right. Linear strokes suggest falling elements in the sky. The color palette is muted with light brown and off-white tones.

Artwork Details

Date
1628
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3438 × 2577 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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