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Saint John the Baptist

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a wooded landscape with a lone figure sitting beneath a tree. The scene is depicted with intricate linework. The tree stands prominently on the left side of the composition, its twisted trunk and canopy providing shade. The landscape includes hills, trees, and a meandering river or stream. The figure sits under the tree with an open book on their lap. The style features detailed cross-hatching and attention to natural elements, showing a classical approach to landscape drawing.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1632
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
1977 × 2916 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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