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The Swineherd

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a rural scene with a village gathering. A building with a thatched roof is on the right side, while trees and a path are on the left. A farmer interacts with another figure in the foreground. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of black and white. Villagers and pigs are seen in the distance.

Artwork Details

Date
1635
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3438 × 2599 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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