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Plundering of a Village (Pillage et incendie d un village)
1067875 Plundering of a Village (Pillage et incendie d un village), from The Miseries of War, 1633 (etching) by Callot, Jacques (1592-1635); 8.4x18.8 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; Foundation for the Arts Collection, gift of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred L. Bromberg; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23519204
© Foundation for the Arts Collection, gift of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred L. Bromberg / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures the intense chaos and devastation of war in a single frame. Titled "Plundering of a Village (Pillage et incendie d un village)" this 1633 etching by Jacques Callot depicts the horrifying aftermath of an attack on a peaceful village. In this small-scale artwork measuring 8.4x18.8 cm, every detail is meticulously rendered, showcasing Callot's exceptional skill as an artist. The scene unfolds with soldiers ruthlessly pillaging and robbing homes while bandits and thieves join in the looting spree. Flames engulf buildings, adding to the sense of despair and destruction. Callot's work from his series "The Miseries of War" serves as a powerful reminder of the atrocities committed during times of conflict. Through his artistry, he exposes the dark underbelly of warfare – its impact on innocent civilians caught in its path. Housed at the Dallas Museum of Art in Texas, USA, this particular piece is part of the Foundation for the Arts Collection, gifted by Mr. and Mrs. Alfred L. Bromberg. Its presence within their collection ensures that future generations can bear witness to history's horrors through art. As we gaze upon this haunting image captured by Bridgeman Images' lens, we are compelled to reflect on humanity's capacity for both compassion and cruelty – reminding us that even amidst darkness, there remains hope for peace to prevail once more.
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