Who painted The Holy Family on a Grassy Bench?

The Holy Family on a Grassy Bench was painted by Albrecht Dürer in 1526.

Where can I see The Holy Family on a Grassy Bench?

The Holy Family on a Grassy Bench is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Holy Family on a Grassy Bench?

The Holy Family on a Grassy Bench is associated with Northern Renaissance.

Can I buy a print of The Holy Family on a Grassy Bench?

Museum-quality prints of The Holy Family on a Grassy Bench are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The Holy Family on a Grassy Bench

Albrecht Dürer , 1526

The Holy Family on a Grassy Bench is an ink print by the Northern Renaissance artist Albrecht Dürer. It dates from 1526 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:in block, lower left, on ground: 1526 / AD [artist's monogram]; verso, lower left, in graphite by a later hand: B 98; verso, lower left, in graphite by a later hand: G N ut [?]; verso, lower left, in graphite by a later hand: [illegible]; verso, lower left, in graphite by a later hand: 13 [?]; verso, lower left, in graphite by a later hand: 18 [?]

About this work

Overview

The Holy Family on a Grassy Bench is a woodcut print created by Albrecht Dürer in 1526 on laid paper.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts the Holy Family – a woman holding a baby with another child beside her, a man standing behind with a book, and a small attendant figure – seated on a grassy bench amidst trees and a radiant sky, conveying a serene and idyllic scene.

Technique & Style

Executed in black lines without color, the woodcut achieves a three-dimensional effect through the use of shadows and texture, showcasing the artist's skill in manipulating line work to create depth and visual interest.