Killing the Fatted Calf

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a rural scene. The image shows a courtyard surrounded by stone buildings, with various activities taking place. Sheep are being handled, alongside other animals such as horses. The roofs of the buildings are thatched or wooden. In the background, there is a round structure, likely a dovecote. The style of the drawing is reminiscent of early modern European prints. The scene captures a moment of daily life, with a focus on domestic productivity and the environment of a homestead.