The Hospital

Gerrit van Schagen after Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This drawing depicts a lively urban street scene with detailed architecture and a group of people engaged in various activities. The setting includes a city square surrounded by buildings, one of which has a dome and classical architectural features. The street is filled with individuals interacting, conversing, and walking. In the foreground, a group appears to be experiencing a scene of hardship, while others are shown performing tasks such as drawing water from a well in the center of the square. The structures exhibit a historical European architectural style with multiple windows and stone facades, offering a glimpse of city life in a past era.