Who painted Beggar with Wooden Leg?

Beggar with Wooden Leg was painted by Jacques Callot in 1622.

Where can I see Beggar with Wooden Leg?

Beggar with Wooden Leg is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Beggar with Wooden Leg?

Beggar with Wooden Leg is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Beggar with Wooden Leg

Jacques Callot , 1622

Beggar with Wooden Leg is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1622 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Beggar with Wooden Leg is an etching on laid paper created by Jacques Callot around 1622. It is one of over 1,400 prints that document various aspects of contemporary life during Callot's time.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a beggar with a wooden leg, leaning on a stick and dressed in a wide-brimmed hat, loose coat, and belted tunic. The figure appears tired, with one hand resting on his hip. The image is characteristic of Callot's focus on marginalized figures.

Technique & Style

The etching features sharp, scratchy lines that give the image a rough, urgent feel. This style was typical of etchings from the period, achieved through the process of etching, where the artist uses acid to cut lines into a metal plate.