The Virgin nursing the infant Christ, Joseph at left, after Reni 1595 - 1705

This anonymous etching, dated between 1595 and 1705, depicts the Virgin Mary nursing the infant Christ, with Joseph seated to the left. The composition is a traditional one, after a painting by Guido Reni, and emphasizes the intimate and devotional aspect of the subject matter. The print is part of a larger series, likely created for devotional purposes, and showcases the skilled craftsmanship of the unknown artist in capturing the delicate features and emotional nuances of the Holy Family. The etching is currently part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection in New York City.