Artwork

Side Aisle of San Lorenzo, Florence

Side Aisle of San Lorenzo, Florence, by Jacques Callot, ink, 1612
Side Aisle of San Lorenzo, Florence, by Jacques Callot, ink, 1612

Side Aisle of San Lorenzo, Florence is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1612 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Side Aisle of San Lorenzo, Florence is an etching on laid paper created by Jacques Callot in 1612. It exemplifies the artist's skill in capturing detailed architectural and figural compositions.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts the interior of a Florentine church, specifically the side aisle of San Lorenzo. The scene is characterized by ornate details, including curly-topped columns, heavy curtains, and framed pictures on the wall, showcasing Callot's attention to spatial and narrative elements.

Technique & Style

Callot employed etching techniques to achieve a high level of detail and depth in the print. The use of lines, shadows, and light creates a three-dimensional effect, drawing the viewer's eye into the scene.

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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