Accession Number2013/2.543
TitleAssumption of the Virgin [L'Assomption]
Artist(s)Jacques CallotArtist NationalityFrench (culture or style)Medium & Supportetching on laid paperDimensions 3 7/8 x 3 in. (9.7 x 7.5 cm);3 7/8 x 3 1/16 in. (9.8 x 7.7 cm);3 9/16 x 2 13/16 in. (9 x 7 cm)
Credit LineGift of Professor Walter M. and Nesta R. SpinkSubject matterThe Assumption of the Virgin Mary signifies the taking up of Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ, into heaven.
Physical DescriptionSaints below surrounding a stone pedestal with the inscription "Non est hic. Mat 28", with the Virgin Mary above in the clouds with arms spread out surrounded by smaller angels. At the bottom edge of the print is engraved (left) "Callot fecit" and (center right) "Israel ex. cum priuil. Reg.".
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Keywords
Christianity
angels (spirits)
clouds
heaven
keys (hardware)
rituals (events)
saints