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Meeting of Margaret of Austria and Philip III

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a formal court scene featuring multiple figures in elaborate clothing. The setting is an indoor scene that depicts a gathering of figures dressed in what appears to be Renaissance attire. They are positioned around a central platform, with some standing on it and others around it. The figures are adorned in ornate clothing with detailed ruffles and jewelry. There is an intricate canopy overhead. The artist has employed a detailed linework technique to illustrate the folds in the garments and the facial expressions of the figures.

Artwork Details

Date
1612
Medium
etching on laid paper [restrike]
Dimensions
4763 × 3521 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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