Who painted The Drinker, Back View?

The Drinker, Back View was painted by Jacques Callot in 1622.

Where can I see The Drinker, Back View?

The Drinker, Back View is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Drinker, Back View?

The Drinker, Back View is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

The Drinker, Back View

Jacques Callot , 1622

The Drinker, Back View 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

The Drinker, Back View is a print by Jacques Callot, a French artist from the Duchy of Lorraine, created around 1622 using etching and engraving techniques.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a solitary figure drinking, one of four scenes on an uncut sheet of Lorrainese paper. Callot's work often documented everyday life, including marginalized figures, and featured detailed backgrounds.

Technique & Style

Callot used etching and engraving to create deep, textured lines, giving the image a rough, sketch-like quality with a sharp edge. The technique allowed for direct carving into the metal plate.

History & Provenance

The print is part of Callot's extensive body of work, which includes over 1,400 etchings. It is one of four prints on a single sheet of Lorrainese paper.