Holy Family c. 17th century

This anonymous 17th century drawing depicts the Holy Family. The composition focuses on the Virgin Mary holding the Christ child, whose hand is raised in blessing. The drawing uses hatching and crosshatching to depict the figures, creating a sense of volume and depth. The style of the drawing is reminiscent of Italian Renaissance and Baroque art, suggesting a possible Italian origin for the piece. Now located in the Minneapolis Institute of Art, this small and intimate study offers a glimpse into the private practice of an unknown artist.