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Reception at Mantua

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a group of people engaging in a greeting or exchange. The individuals are standing and facing each other, with some performing gestures typical of interaction. The individuals have distinct facial features and are dressed in traditional, historical clothing with accessories. The background suggests an outdoor setting with abstract lines indicating clouds and open space.

Artwork Details

Date
1612
Medium
etching on laid paper [restrike]
Dimensions
4772 × 3444 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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