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St. Thecla; St. Linus; Sts. Andochius and Thyrsus; St. Cleophas

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of four religious scenes, each contained within an oval frame indicating different dates in September. The top left scene shows a figure kneeling in prayer with another figure holding a staff behind her near a cityscape. The top right scene shows two figures interacting. The bottom left scene depicts two figures hanging by their hands with objects scattered below. The bottom right image shows a group of three figures engaged in conversation with elements of architecture in the background. The artwork features fine line work and typical religious iconography.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1632/1635
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
2944 × 5094 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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