Who painted Fall of Simon the Magician?

Fall of Simon the Magician was painted by Jacques Callot in 1610.

Where can I see Fall of Simon the Magician?

Fall of Simon the Magician is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Fall of Simon the Magician?

Fall of Simon the Magician is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Fall of Simon the Magician

Jacques Callot , 1610

Fall of Simon the Magician is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1610 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Jacques Callot's 'Fall of Simon the Magician' is an engraving on laid paper created in 1610, exemplifying the artist's skill in printmaking and draftsmanship.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving depicts a dramatic scene from a biblical or hagiographic narrative, showing a man falling from the sky surrounded by shocked onlookers in classical attire, set against a backdrop of a large, columned building.

Technique & Style

Callot's use of intricate linework, cross-hatching, and manipulation of light and shadow creates a sense of texture, depth, and tension, characteristic of his detailed and dramatic style.

History & Provenance

This work is part of Callot's extensive output of over 1,400 etchings, created during his time in the Duchy of Lorraine, and reflects his documentation of various subjects, including religious scenes.