This is an image of a tree with a group of robed figures gathered around it. Above the tree, there are two figures sitting on clouds, with a dove emerging from a light aura. The scene includes small flame-like figures around the radiating beams of light. The tree visually connects the earthly gathering with the divine scene above. The composition is balanced and the line work is delicate, emphasizing the connection between the earthly and celestial realms.
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The Holy Trinity in the Tree of Life Adored by Franciscans

Jacques Callot (French, 1592 - 1635)

c. 1625

Medium
black chalk on laid paper with later framing line in brown ink; laid down
Classification
Drawing
Dimensions
overall: 20.3 x 19.2 cm (8 x 7 9/16 in.) ; support: 28.7 x 25.8 cm (11 5/16 x 10 3/16 in.)
Culture
French
Museum
National Gallery of Art, CG-E
Credit line
Andrew W. Mellon Fund
Rights
Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it
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