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Les Penitents: St. François
Les Penitents: St. François is a print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1632 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Les Penitents: St.
About this work
Overview
Les Penitents: St. François is a print by Jacques Callot, created around 1632, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a contemplative figure, likely St. Francis, standing on a hillside surrounded by trees and rocks, lost in thought as he gazes at a book or paper on the ground.
Technique & Style
Callot's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, with strong contrasts between light and dark drawing attention to the central figure, evoking a serene and spiritual atmosphere.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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