Heilige Familie met Johannes de Doper 1655 - 1700
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This etching, "Heilige Familie met Johannes de Doper" (Holy Family with John the Baptist) by Jan van Somer, depicts the traditional Christian subject of the Virgin Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus. The image is executed in a chiaroscuro style, with strong contrasts of light and dark that accentuate the figures and drapery. This composition showcases the intimacy of the Holy Family, with John the Baptist, a symbol of Jesus's future sacrifice, present in the background. The small scale of the artwork, measuring 149mm x 199mm, suggests it may have been a personal devotional piece or a study for a larger composition.
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