The Holy Family
1530
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
1530
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
This black-and-white photograph depicts a Renaissance-style painting of the Holy Family. The Virgin Mary sits in the foreground, wearing a flowing dress and looking down at the baby Jesus, who is held by a woman to her left. Two putti, or cherubs, are visible on the left side of the image. The background of the painting features a serene landscape with trees, hills, and a body of water. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of peace and tranquility. For more information on this style of art, look up the Renaissance.
