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Copy of Halte de Calmouks, c. 1772. Creator: John Kirby Baldrey
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Copy of Halte de Calmouks, c. 1772. Creator: John Kirby Baldrey
Copy of Halte de Calmouks, c. 1772. (Halt of the Kalmyks). Possibly by John Kirby Baldrey
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This 18th-century drawing, titled "Halte de Calmouks" or "Halt of the Kalmyks," is a beautiful and intriguing work by the British artist John Kirby Baldrey. The image, believed to be a copy of an original work created around 1772, offers a glimpse into the lives of the Kalmyk people, a Mongolian ethnic group who resided primarily in southern Russia at the time. The drawing is executed primarily in chalk, with delicate accents of graphite, ink, and wash. The monochromatic palette, predominantly in sepia tones, adds to the timeless and evocative quality of the piece. The artist masterfully renders the rugged terrain, with its rocky outcroppings and barren trees, as a backdrop to the group of men and horses that occupy the foreground. The men, dressed in traditional garb, are shown engaged in a leisurely halt, perhaps resting during a journey. Their stoic expressions and postures convey a sense of quiet strength and resilience. The drawing is a testament to Baldrey's skill as a draftsman and his ability to capture the essence of a people and a place. The work is an invaluable addition to the collections of the Art Institute of Chicago, where it is housed in the Prints and Drawings department. The image invites us to consider the rich heritage of the Kalmyk people and the complex history of their interactions with their Russian neighbors, as well as the broader cultural exchanges that took place between Europe and Asia during the 18th century.
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