The Holy Family with Two Angels
1600
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1600
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This print shows a family group with two adults and a child, all draped in flowing robes. Above them, two winged angels hover, holding what looks like a wreath of leaves. The scene feels quiet, with soft shading and careful lines to show folds in the fabric. The angels’ wings and the adults’ gentle poses suggest a peaceful moment, maybe a religious story. The artist signed it in Latin at the bottom, which hints at its age. Want to see more by the artist who made this? Look up Guido Reni.
