Jacques Callot c. 19th century

Editor: Here we have R. Bedetti's portrait of Jacques Callot, housed here at the Harvard Art Museums. It has a very formal, almost austere feel to it. As a portrait, how might this have shaped Callot's public image? Curator: The very act of commissioning or creating such a portrait aimed to solidify Callot's legacy. How do you see the print medium impacting access to this image? Editor: I suppose making it more widely accessible? Curator: Exactly. Prints democratized imagery, extending influence beyond elite circles. It’s interesting to consider the role the Harvard Art Museums play in preserving and exhibiting this work today, continuing that accessibility in a different form. Editor: That’s a good point, I hadn't thought about the museum's role. Thank you. Curator: My pleasure.