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Poster Print : A Bandy-Legged Man Playing the Guitar, 1616. Creator: Jacques Callot
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A Bandy-Legged Man Playing the Guitar, 1616. Creator: Jacques Callot
A Bandy-Legged Man Playing the Guitar, 1616. From Les Gobbi, plate 17
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1610s Callot Jacques Callote Jacques Callotti Jacques Etching With Engraving Guitar Guitar Player Guitarist Iacopo Callott Jacques Callot Playing An Instrument Vocalist
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the timeless charm of Jacques Callot's engraving, "A Bandy-Legged Man Playing the Guitar, 1616." This captivating poster print, part of the Media Storehouse collection from Heritage Images, showcases Callot's masterful depiction of a musician with a distinctive gait, strumming the strings of his guitar. This evocative image, taken from Callot's series "Les Gobbi" (The Hunchbacks), is a testament to the artist's exceptional skill in capturing human emotion and character. Bring the rich history of art into your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed poster, a stunning addition to any decor.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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a captivating etching with engraving by Jacques Callot from the series "Les Gobbi," or "The Hunchbacks," created in the 1610s, presents a unique and intriguing figure. This 17th-century artwork, specifically plate 17, showcases a man with a distinct physical attribute - bandy legs. He is intently focused on playing the guitar, his expression a blend of concentration and joy. The black and white contrast of the etching adds to the dramatic effect, transporting us back to the Baroque era. Jacques Callot, a renowned French artist, was known for his exceptional skill in etching. This artwork, a testament to his artistic prowess, is a rare representation of a musician with a disability, reflecting the diversity and inclusivity of the time. The man's hunchback, rather than detracting from his talent, becomes a part of his identity, making this image a compelling exploration of human spirit and resilience. The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) houses this historic artwork, allowing us a glimpse into the past. The man's occupation as a guitarist and singer adds to the richness of the image, inviting us to imagine the music he created and the stories he told through his art. This figure, frozen in time, continues to inspire and intrigue, offering a window into the past and the enduring power of art. The intricate details of the man's clothing, the texture of the guitar, and the depth of the shadows all contribute to the overall effect of this masterpiece. "A Bandy-Legged Man Playing the Guitar" is a testament to Jacques Callot's artistic vision and the enduring allure of the Baroque era. It invites us to appreciate the beauty in diversity and the power of music to transcend physical limitations.
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