Artwork

Claude Deruet and his Son, Jean

Claude Deruet and his Son, Jean, by Jacques Callot, ink, 1632
Claude Deruet and his Son, Jean, by Jacques Callot, ink, 1632

Claude Deruet and his Son, Jean is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1632 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Claude Deruet and his Son, Jean is a 1632 print by Jacques Callot, a French artist known for his detailed etchings and engravings.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts Claude Deruet, an artist, standing with his son Jean, set against a cityscape. The accompanying text, in French, praises Deruet's skill in rendering faces, likely referencing his work as a portrait artist.

Technique & Style

The work combines etching and engraving on laid paper, showcasing Callot's technical proficiency. The image is characterized by sharp, detailed lines and a layered composition, typical of Callot's style and the printmaking techniques of the time.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jacques Callot

Artist

Jacques Callot

Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.

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