The Holy Family with the infant Saint John kissing Christ's feet 1640 - 1660

This etching, *The Holy Family with the infant Saint John kissing Christ's feet*, depicts a classic biblical scene. The Virgin Mary sits with the Christ Child as Saint John the Baptist kneels before him and kisses his feet. This scene represents the reverence and adoration that the world feels for Christ. Created by Giulio Carpioni in the mid-17th century, the artwork highlights the artist's signature detailed use of line and shading, creating a sense of depth and dimensionality. The etching is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.