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St. Patrick; St. Gertrude; St. Gabriel, Archangel; St. Edward

St. Patrick; St. Gertrude; St. Gabriel, Archangel; St. Edward, by Jacques Callot, ink, 1634
St. Patrick; St. Gertrude; St. Gabriel, Archangel; St. Edward, by Jacques Callot, ink, 1634

St. Patrick; St. Gertrude; St. Gabriel, Archangel; St. Edward is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1634 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

This etching on laid paper, created by French artist Jacques Callot around 1634, features four oval-shaped portraits of saints. The print is part of Callot's extensive oeuvre of over 1,400 etchings, showcasing his skill in combining intricate detail with narrative depth.

Subject & Meaning

The four saints depicted are St. Patrick, St. Gertrude, St. Gabriel, and St. Edward, each shown in a distinct environment. The varied settings and scenes surrounding the figures add to the visual interest and narrative complexity of the work.

Technique & Style

The etching demonstrates Callot's mastery of the medium, with intricate linework and detailed renderings of the saints and their surroundings. The use of different backgrounds and settings for each figure showcases Callot's ability to balance detail with composition.

History & Provenance

Created during Callot's later period, this print reflects his engagement with both sacred and secular themes, characteristic of his contributions to old master printmaking.

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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