Who painted The Defeat of the Turkish Cavalry?

The Defeat of the Turkish Cavalry was painted by Jacques Callot in 1614.

Where can I see The Defeat of the Turkish Cavalry?

The Defeat of the Turkish Cavalry is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Defeat of the Turkish Cavalry?

The Defeat of the Turkish Cavalry is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

The Defeat of the Turkish Cavalry

Jacques Callot , 1614

The Defeat of the Turkish Cavalry is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1614 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Defeat of the Turkish Cavalry is an engraving on laid paper created by Jacques Callot around 1614. It is a representative work of Callot's extensive oeuvre, which comprises over 1,400 etchings.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a chaotic cavalry battle, with rearing horses and clashing soldiers. A rider on a white horse wields a spear, while others fight around him. The background shows burning ships and a city, with fallen figures scattered throughout, suggesting a historical military conflict.

Technique & Style

Callot employed sharp, dark lines to convey the drama and tension of the battle scene. The engraving technique, involving the use of metal plates, allowed for detailed and intricate renderings of the chaotic action.