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The Holy Family and St. John
The Holy Family and St. John is an unspecified painting by the Sienese School artist Il Sodoma. It dates from 1489 and is held in the collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts. The Holy Family and St.
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Overview
The Holy Family and St. John is a painting by Il Sodoma, a Sienese artist, held in the Detroit Institute of Arts.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a scene featuring the Holy Family – Mary, Jesus, and St. Joseph – alongside St. John the Baptist. Mary holds Jesus, while St. Joseph stands behind her, and the infant St. John sits on her lap, pointing towards Jesus, conveying a sense of reverence and introduction.
Technique & Style
The work blends High Renaissance influences with Sienese local traditions, evident in its composition and color palette. The artist's use of color is notable, with Mary dressed in red and blue, contrasting with the earth tones of St. Joseph's staff and St. John's tunic.
History & Provenance
Created by Giovanni Antonio Bazzi, known as Il Sodoma, the painting is part of the Sienese school. It is now in the collection of the Detroit Institute of Arts.
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Artist
Il Sodoma (1477 – 14 February 1549) was the name given to the Italian Renaissance painter Giovanni Antonio Bazzi.
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