Heilige Familie met Maria het Kind zogend 1635 - 1645

Henri Picquot's etching, *Heilige Familie met Maria het Kind zogend*, created between 1635 and 1645, depicts the Holy Family in a tender moment. Mary, seated, nurses the Christ Child while Joseph and an unidentified figure look on. The etching's composition is intimate and the figures are rendered with realistic detail. The use of shading and crosshatching conveys depth and volume, emphasizing the emotional connection between the figures. This artwork exemplifies the Dutch Baroque style, known for its religious themes and attention to detail. The scene evokes a sense of devotion and familial love, making it a popular subject for religious art during the 17th century.