The Holy Family
1639
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1639
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Holy Family is a 1639 ink by Laurent de La Hyre, a Baroque work, depicting Breastfeeding, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting shows the Holy Family in a quiet scene. The artist used simple lines and gentle curves to create a sense of calm. This etching is interesting because it was made during a time when artists were experimenting with different techniques to create detailed images. You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique of etching.
Laurent de La Hyre (French pronunciation: ; 27 February 1606 – 28 December 1656) was a French Baroque painter, born in Paris. He was a leading exponent of the neoclassical style of Parisian Atticism.
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