Holy Family with the Three Hares

1498

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Holy Family with the Three Hares is a 1498 by Albrecht Dürer, a Renaissance work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Albrecht Dürer
When & what style?: 1498 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting depicts the Holy Family in a serene outdoor setting, surrounded by lush foliage and three hares. The Virgin Mary is shown holding the infant Jesus, while Saint Joseph stands beside her, looking down at the child. The scene is set against a backdrop of rolling hills and a distant landscape, with a few buildings visible in the distance. In the foreground, the three hares are depicted in various poses, adding a sense of playfulness to the scene. The artist's use of line and shading creates a sense of depth and texture, drawing the viewer's eye through the composition. For more works like this, explore the Renaissance movement.