Artwork
The Holy Family with Two Musician Angels
The Holy Family with Two Musician Angels is a print by the Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer. It dates from 1511 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1965.538
About this work
Overview
The Holy Family with Two Musician Angels is a print by Albrecht Dürer, featuring the Virgin, Child, and two musician angels.
Subject & Meaning
The scene centers on the Holy Family, with the Virgin and Child as the primary figures. Two cherubs at their feet play musical instruments, a lute and a bagpipe, introducing a celebratory element to the depiction of the family.
Technique & Style
The print showcases Dürer's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that utilizes contrasting light and dark to create depth and volume.
Artist & collection
Artist
Albrecht Dürer spent his life in Nuremberg, a busy German city where artists traded prints like currency.
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