Heilige familie 1616 - 1719

This etching, "Heilige familie" (Holy Family), is a work by Dutch master Rembrandt van Rijn, created sometime between 1616 and 1719. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts the Virgin Mary cradling the baby Jesus. The composition is framed by a cave, suggesting the traditional Nativity scene, and uses Rembrandt's signature use of light and shadow to create a sense of intimacy and reverence. The etching's small dimensions, 92 mm by 72 mm, contribute to its intimate scale and allows for close examination of the intricate details of Rembrandt's masterful line work.