The Holy Family with Tobias and the Angel, Sts. Dorothy, and Infant John the Baptist
1550
oil
From the collection of National Museum of Western Art
1550
oil
From the collection of National Museum of Western Art
This painting depicts a serene scene of the Holy Family, surrounded by other figures. The Virgin Mary sits centrally, holding the infant Jesus, while Saint Joseph stands behind her. To her right, a woman, possibly Saint Dorothy, holds a basket of flowers and looks down at the infant Saint John the Baptist, who is reaching up to her. On the left, an angel and a young boy, likely Tobias, are shown. The background features a landscape with trees and a distant view. The painting's use of oil paint and its composition suggest a Renaissance style. The artist's attention to detail and the harmonious arrangement of the figures create a sense of balance and tranquility. To learn more about the artist behind this work, look up Bonifazio Veronese.
