This is a drawing of two fantastical figures dancing. The two figures have elongated limbs and exaggerated anatomical features. Each figure is draped with a flowing, tattered garment that moves dramatically as they dance. Their poses are lively and dynamic. Both figures hold swords, and they appear to be engaged in a playful or ceremonial dance. In the background, smaller figures are gathered, possibly watching the main subjects. Some structures and a few bare trees are visible. The drawing is monochromatic, executed in black ink on paper.
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This is a drawing of two fantastical figures dancing. The two figures have elongated limbs and exaggerated anatomical features. Each figure is draped with a flowing, tattered garment that moves dramatically as they dance. Their poses are lively and dynamic. Both figures hold swords, and they appear to be engaged in a playful or ceremonial dance. In the background, smaller figures are gathered, possibly watching the main subjects. Some structures and a few bare trees are visible. The drawing is monochromatic, executed in black ink on paper.

National Gallery of Art · Print

Bello Sguardo and Coviello

Jacques Callot

Date
c. 1622
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
plate: 7 × 9.2 cm (2 3/4 × 3 5/8 in.) sheet: 10.2 × 12.6 cm (4 × 4 15/16 in.)
Classification
Print
Accession number
1946.21.214
Credit line
Rosenwald Collection
Time span
1601 to 1650
Department
CG-E

Portfolio and series

Series
Balli di Sfessania [Lieure 379-402]

Subjects and terms

  • French
  • Costume
  • Sword
  • Man
  • Figures

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