Artwork

The Mysteries of the Passion: The Resurrection

The Mysteries of the Passion:  The Resurrection, by Jacques Callot, 1631
The Mysteries of the Passion:  The Resurrection, by Jacques Callot, 1631

The Mysteries of the Passion: The Resurrection is a print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1631 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Mysteries of the Passion: The Resurrection is a 1631 print by Jacques Callot, currently in the collection of The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a scene of resurrection, with a central figure ascending from water, surrounded by a halo and radiating rays, observed by a group of robed figures on the shore, conveying a moment of spiritual awe.

Technique & Style

Callot employed strong chiaroscuro, contrasting deep shadows (notably in the dark water) with bright, radiant light emanating from the central figure, to create dramatic emphasis and draw the viewer's eye to the center of the composition.

History & Provenance

Created in 1631, the work is part of a series by Callot exploring the Passion. Its current location is The Cleveland Museum of Art, though detailed provenance prior to its acquisition is not specified here.

Context

This print reflects 17th-century European artistic and religious themes, with Callot's use of chiaroscuro characteristic of Baroque techniques used to evoke emotional and spiritual depth.

Legacy

While specific influence of this piece is not detailed, it contributes to Callot's broader impact on etching and the representation of religious themes in early modern European art.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Jacques Callot

Artist

Jacques Callot

Jacques Callot was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine.

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