Title Page for "The Martyrdoms of the Apostles"

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a religious scene with figures surrounding a crucifixion. The scene features a crucifix at its center, with a figure nailed to it, surrounded by clouds and beams of light. Various figures are depicted seated or standing around the base of the crucifix, each holding long spears or staffs. Above, in the clouds, several winged figures appear. At the bottom of the image, an inscription is present, reading "MARTYRUM APPOSTOLORUM Israel RVM exud Jac. Callot In. et fecit." The drawing is intricately detailed, emphasizing the somber and reverent atmosphere of the scene.