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Frontispiece for "The Life of the Virgin"

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a decorative text page. The image features an ornate arrangement surrounding a central block of text. At the top center, there is an illustration of a serene figure in a medallion, hands clasped in prayer, above a large block of written Latin text. Flanking the text are two angels, each standing on a pedestal, with arms crossed over their chests. Below the text, there is an emblem or crest showing a tree, supported by two cherubic figures, each with wings. The entire piece is surrounded by intricate floral and architectural decorations.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1633/1634
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
2311 × 3483 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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