Artwork
The Beggars: Old Beggar on One Single Crutch
The Beggars: Old Beggar on One Single Crutch is a print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1623 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Beggars: Old Beggar on One Single Crutch is a print by Jacques Callot, dated to around 1623, and is part of the collection at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts a figure walking with the aid of a single crutch, conveying a sense of hardship and struggle through the person's posture and attire. The worn clothing and limping gait evoke a raw, unvarnished portrayal of poverty.
Technique & Style
The print is characterized by sketchy, expressive lines that capture the dynamic movement of the figure, such as the flapping coat. The artist's focus on conveying the struggle and hardship of the subject is achieved through the economical use of line and gesture.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.
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