The image shows a group scene with multiple individuals mostly visible from the knees up. In the center, a bishop is standing behind a font, extending his arm forward as if to sprinkle water on a small child held by another man. The bishop wears a mitre and a long robe. The child is unclothed and extended towards the font, held by a man. Other individuals in the scene wear period-specific clothing, including prominent collars and layered garments. Various headgear is worn, including distinct veiled hats by some women. The group is surrounded by large columns and curtain-like drapery, creating a formal ambiance. Some attendees carry staffs.
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The image shows a group scene with multiple individuals mostly visible from the knees up. In the center, a bishop is standing behind a font, extending his arm forward as if to sprinkle water on a small child held by another man. The bishop wears a mitre and a long robe. The child is unclothed and extended towards the font, held by a man. Other individuals in the scene wear period-specific clothing, including prominent collars and layered garments. Various headgear is worn, including distinct veiled hats by some women. The group is surrounded by large columns and curtain-like drapery, creating a formal ambiance. Some attendees carry staffs.

National Gallery of Art · Print

Baptism of the Prince of Spain

Jacques Callot

Date
1612
Medium
etching on laid paper [restrike]
Dimensions
sheet: 71 × 46.5 cm (27 15/16 × 18 5/16 in.)
Classification
Print
Accession number
1986.50.128
Credit line
Transferred from The Library of Congress
Time span
1601 to 1650
Department
CG-E

Portfolio and series

Series
The Funeral Book of the Queen of Spain

Subjects and terms

  • French
  • Costume
  • Baby
  • Water
  • Man
  • Figures

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