Mary, Jesus and St Francis 1570 - 1719

This anonymous 17th-century painting, titled "Mary, Jesus and St Francis," portrays a scene of devotion with Mary and Jesus, accompanied by angels, being revered by St Francis of Assisi. The artwork, now housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, showcases a dramatic composition with St Francis kneeling in reverence before the holy figures. The somber tone and use of chiaroscuro, a technique that emphasizes contrasting lights and darks, heighten the spiritual atmosphere.