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St. Paphnutius; Sts. Macedonius and Theodulus; St. Amatus; St. Cornelias

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

Four circular illustrations featuring biblical or religious themes are described. Each illustration is contained within its own circular frame and labeled with saints or religious figures alongside specific days in September. The top left illustration shows a figure with a mitre by a hut grasping a long wooden plank. The top right illustration depicts a figure lying on a bed-like structure surrounded by others, one holding a staff, with ancient architecture in the background. The bottom left illustration shows a figure standing among rock formations holding an object. The bottom right scene portrays a moment of execution or martyrdom, with one figure raising a sword over another amidst urban ruins. The scenes are outlined in a traditional etching style.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1632/1635
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
2922 × 5027 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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