Holy Family with the Young Baptist and an Angel

Created:
Movement:
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Renaissance
key Notes:
Intimate familial scene, Renaissance tenderness.
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Dimensions:
medium:
Oil on panel
story of the work:

"Holy Family with the Young Baptist and an Angel," attributed to the Master of the Miller Tondo, exemplifies the artist's engagement with the themes of familial sanctity and divine intervention, characteristic of early Renaissance art. The painting, notable for its circular format and vibrant color palette, reflects the influence of both Italian Renaissance techniques and Northern European iconography, contributing to the broader discourse on the representation of sacred subjects during the late 15th century.

Description of the work:

"Holy Family with the Young Baptist and an Angel," attributed to the Master of the Miller Tondo, features a circular composition that centers on the Holy Family, with the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child prominently positioned. The painting is characterized by its vibrant color palette, intricate detailing of the figures' garments, and the tender interaction between the subjects, which is framed by a lush, natural landscape that enhances the serene and sacred atmosphere.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Holy Family with the Young Baptist and an Angel