1647
oil
canvas
From the collection of Art Gallery of Ontario
Saint Anne with the Infant Jesus is a 1647 oil by Georges de La Tour, a French Classical Baroque work, held at Art Gallery of Ontario.
This painting depicts a woman holding a baby, with a candle casting a warm glow on their faces. The woman wears a dark robe and a white headscarf, while the baby is swaddled in white cloth. The candle's flame is the only source of light, creating deep shadows in the background. The woman's face is serene, and the baby appears to be sleeping. The overall atmosphere is one of quiet intimacy and devotion. The use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's attention to the central figures. This painting is a beautiful example of Georges de La Tour's work, and you can learn more about his style and technique by exploring the art of Georges de La Tour.
Georges de La Tour (French pronunciation: ; 13 March 1593 – 30 January 1652) was a French Baroque painter, who spent most of his working life in the Duchy of Lorraine, which was temporarily absorbed into France between 1641 and 1648.
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