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Heilige Familie

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1850

From the collection of Art Collection of the University Göttingen

Dominant colour

Heilige Familie is a 1850 by Unknown, held at Art Collection of the University Göttingen.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1850
Where can I see it?: Art Collection of the University Göttingen

About this work

This painting shows a woman holding a baby while a group of chubby, naked children crowd around her. Some kids are reaching for fruit or toys on the ground, while others lean against a stone pillar or a basket. In the background, two older figures stand near a bridge, and the sky looks stormy with dark clouds. The woman’s calm face stands out against the busy, playful energy of the children. Their plump bodies and cheerful poses make the scene feel lively, even though the sky is tense. Next, check out the Museum of Ethnography to see more works like this.