St. Maria Gaudioru; St. Cladius; St. Norbert; St. Robert

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of four religious scenes enclosed in oval frames. The four illustrations are presented in a grid layout with two images on the top and two on the bottom. The top left image illustrates a figure kneeling with clasped hands, looking at an ethereal figure surrounded by a radiant aura amidst clouds. The top right depicts a solitary figure standing and holding a cloth or garment near a small table, with interactions between multiple figures in the background. The bottom left scene shows one figure kneeling and reaching out to another figure who stands with an aura. The bottom right scene captures two figures facing each other, one extending a hand or object to the other, with additional figures present in a landscape setting behind them. The style is detailed and linear, with emphasis on contours and shading to convey depth and detail.