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The Holy Family at Table

Jacques Callot

1628

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Religious

Dominant colour

The Holy Family at Table is a 1628 ink by Jacques Callot, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Callot
When & what style?: 1628 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a family of three sitting around a table. The father is dressed in a robe and a hat, while the mother is wearing a long dress and a head covering. The child is sitting on the mother's lap. There are plates of food and a candle on the table. The scene is set in a simple room with a dark background. The family is lit up by the candlelight, which casts shadows on their faces. The artist has used strong contrasts of light and dark to create a sense of drama. The painting is an example of Baroque art, which often featured dramatic lighting and intense emotions. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you could look into the movement: Baroque.