Who painted Entry of M. de Macey?

Entry of M. de Macey was painted by Jacques Callot in 1627.

Where can I see Entry of M. de Macey?

Entry of M. de Macey is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Entry of M. de Macey?

Entry of M. de Macey is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Entry of M. de Macey

Jacques Callot , 1627

Entry of M. de Macey is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1627 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Jacques Callot, a French printmaker active in the early seventeenth century, produced the etching *Entry of M. de Macey* in 1627. Executed on laid paper, the work belongs to Callot’s prolific output of more than a thousand prints that record the social and military life of his time.

Subject & Meaning

The image depicts a procession of diminutive figures marching in single file. Some participants bear swords, others carry drums or banners, and their attire—large hats, elaborate coats, and high boots—suggests a formal parade, likely honoring the titled figure named in the inscription, Monseigneur de Macey.

Technique & Style

Callot employed the etching technique, incising fine lines into a copper plate that were then transferred to paper. The drawing is characterized by crisp, precise lines that give motion to the tiny, stylized figures, while the flat, unmodulated background emphasizes the linear rhythm of the march.

History & Provenance

Created in 1627, the print is part of Callot’s early period when he was establishing his reputation in Lorraine. It circulated among collectors of prints and served as a visual record of contemporary ceremonial events, though no specific ownership trail is recorded beyond its inclusion in later catalogues of Callot’s work.

Context

During the Baroque era, French artists often documented courtly and military spectacles. Callot’s prints stand out for their combination of narrative detail and technical exactness, reflecting a broader interest in portraying public ceremonies with a level of documentary fidelity.