The Virgin and Child with Saint John the Baptist
1646
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Giulio Carpioni
Giulio Carpioni (1613–1678) was an artist, born in Venice.
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Virgin and Child with Saint John the Baptist is a 1646 ink by Giulio Carpioni, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a serene scene of the Virgin Mary with the infant Jesus and a young Saint John the Baptist. Mary sits on the ground, gently holding Jesus, who reaches out to pet a lamb. Saint John, also a child, kneels beside them, looking up at Jesus. The background is a soft, cloudy sky with some trees and foliage. The scene is depicted in a gentle, dreamy light, with delicate lines and shading that give it a sense of depth and texture. The figures are rendered in a naturalistic style, with attention to detail in their facial expressions and body language. If you're interested in exploring more art from this period, you might enjoy learning about the Baroque movement.
Giulio Carpioni (1613–1678) was an artist, born in Venice.
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