Who painted Fracischina and Gian Farina?

Fracischina and Gian Farina was painted by Jacques Callot in 1622.

Where can I see Fracischina and Gian Farina?

Fracischina and Gian Farina is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Fracischina and Gian Farina?

Fracischina and Gian Farina is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Fracischina and Gian Farina

Jacques Callot , 1622

Fracischina and Gian Farina 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

Fracischina and Gian Farina is an etching on laid paper created by Jacques Callot, a French printmaker and draftsman, around 1622.

Subject & Meaning

The etching depicts two figures, Fracischina and Gian Farina, dressed in old-fashioned attire, set against a detailed landscape. The work reflects Callot's interest in documenting contemporary life and social observation.

Technique & Style

The print showcases Callot's skill in capturing fine details in the figures' clothing and faces. The use of numerous lines creates texture and depth, demonstrating the artist's experimentation with etching techniques to achieve intricate detail.