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The Fan

after Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an engraving viewed from a slightly elevated angle, capturing a detailed scene. In the middle, there is a cityscape with buildings and a tall spire. The sky above has light clouds. An ornate border frames the composition with a central grotesque mask at the bottom. Figures in period costumes interact in the foreground, while farther back, a crowd gathers near a river for a mock naval battle. A bridge filled with spectators spans the water. The artwork features intricate linework and textures, using a primarily brown and sepia color palette typical of historical engravings.

Artwork Details

Date
17th century
Medium
etching and engraving from two pieces of laid paper pasted together
Dimensions
4594 × 3422 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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