The Holy Family by a Column
1655
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1655
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Holy Family by a Column is a 1655 ink by Bartolomeo Biscaino, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a woman holding a baby, surrounded by two cherubs floating above her. She’s sitting on a rocky ledge under a column with a draped cloth behind it. The scene looks dramatic, with swirling lines and rough textures. The artist used shading to create depth, making the figures stand out against the background. This style was common in etchings of the time. Next, look up etching to see how artists like Biscaino made detailed prints.
Bartolomeo Biscaino (1629–1657) was an Italian artist, born in Genoa.
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