1590
oil
canvas
From the collection of Art Gallery of New South Wales
Dominant colour
Holy Family with St John the Baptist is a 1590 oil by Luca Cambiaso, a Mannerism work, depicting Child Saint John, held at Art Gallery of New South Wales.
This painting shows a tender scene of the Holy Family with St John the Baptist. Mary sits with the baby Jesus on her lap, while Joseph looks on. St John the Baptist, depicted as a young boy, sits on the right. The atmosphere is intimate, with a soft light illuminating the figures. The colors are muted, with warm tones dominating the palette. A quiet detail that catches the eye is the way Mary gently holds the baby Jesus, her hand cradling his head. This subtle gesture conveys a sense of love and care. To learn more about the artist behind this beautiful painting, look up Luca Cambiaso.
Luca Cambiaso was an Italian painter and draughtsman and the leading artist in Genoa in the 16th century.
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