Who painted The Delivered Servant?

The Delivered Servant was painted by Jacques Callot in 1619.

Where can I see The Delivered Servant?

The Delivered Servant is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Delivered Servant?

The Delivered Servant is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

The Delivered Servant

Jacques Callot , 1619

The Delivered Servant is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1619 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Delivered Servant is an engraving on laid paper created by Jacques Callot in 1619. It is one of over 1,400 prints made by the artist, who was known for documenting various aspects of life in the early 17th century.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving depicts a robed woman, identified as the Virgin Mary, intervening on behalf of a kneeling man and child. The accompanying text explains that the servant is being freed after being wrongly imprisoned for theft. The scene is populated by small faces and a cherubic figure, adding to its narrative richness.

Technique & Style

The print showcases Callot's skill with engraving, a technique that involves carving precise details into metal to produce sharp lines and textures. The image features intricate rendering of drapery, facial expressions, and a textured sky, demonstrating the artist's technical proficiency.