Holy Family with Saint Elizabeth and the Infant Saint John
1500
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1500
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This engraving shows Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus with Saint Elizabeth and the young John the Baptist. The scene is calm, with soft light on their faces. Engraving cuts fine lines into metal plates. The artist uses cross-hatching to shade and shape the figures. The lines look like delicate lace but are carved by hand. Try looking up engraving next.
