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The Nativity; St. Stephen; St. John; Holy Innocents

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of biblical scenes. The image is divided into four oval panels. The top left panel shows the Nativity scene. The top right panel depicts a martyrdom scene. The bottom left panel shows a figure with an open book near water, with an eagle nearby. The bottom right panel shows a chaotic urban scene with figures in distress. The line work is intricate and each panel is detailed with complementary backgrounds.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1632/1635
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
2944 × 5005 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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