The Infancy of Christ: The Repose of the Holy Family 1888

"The Infancy of Christ: The Repose of the Holy Family" (1888) is a black and white etching by Henri Fantin-Latour. This piece depicts the Virgin Mary cradling the infant Christ, while two angels gaze upon them, one kneeling in prayer, the other showering the scene with flowers. The work is known for its soft, atmospheric quality and its evocative depiction of the sacred figures, emphasizing intimacy and devotion. This artwork is a significant example of the artist's exploration of religious subjects through printmaking, capturing the essence of Christian symbolism with an artistic sensibility that influenced his contemporaries.