Who painted The Falconer?

The Falconer was painted by Jacques Callot in 1617.

Where can I see The Falconer?

The Falconer is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Falconer?

The Falconer is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

The Falconer

Jacques Callot , 1617

The Falconer is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1617 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Falconer is an etching on laid paper created by Jacques Callot around 1617. It exemplifies the artist's detailed and narrative-driven approach to printmaking.

Subject & Meaning

The etching depicts a woman lifting a large falcon, her back to the viewer, as three horsemen ride away. The falcon's size and the woman's effort suggest it may be a symbol rather than just a bird. The scene's composition emphasizes the woman's task as the main focus.

Technique & Style

The work is an etching, a printmaking technique involving scratching into a metal plate. Callot's style blends observational precision with a documentary approach, often incorporating expansive landscapes and varied figures.

Context

Callot, a French Baroque printmaker from the Duchy of Lorraine, produced over 1,400 etchings documenting social and military life. The Falconer reflects his tendency to draw from courtly and everyday scenes.