Who painted Doe Mourning her Foal?

Doe Mourning her Foal was painted by Jacques Callot in 1628.

Where can I see Doe Mourning her Foal?

Doe Mourning her Foal is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Doe Mourning her Foal?

Doe Mourning her Foal is associated with Renaissance.

Can I buy a print of Doe Mourning her Foal?

Museum-quality prints of Doe Mourning her Foal are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Doe Mourning her Foal

Jacques Callot , 1628

Doe Mourning her Foal is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1628 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Doe Mourning her Foal is an etching on laid paper created by Jacques Callot in 1628. It is one of over 1,400 etchings produced by the artist, a French printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.

Subject & Meaning

The etching depicts a doe standing alone in a dark forest, her ribs visible beneath her fur, with a dead foal at her hooves. The scene conveys a sense of sorrow and loss, capturing a poignant moment in a detailed narrative.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by the rough texture of the etching, achieved by carving lines into metal and pressing ink onto paper. This technique contributes to the heavy and somber atmosphere of the forest, underscoring the emotional weight of the scene.