The Virgin holding a cloth above the sleeping Christ child, with musical angels and the infant Saint John the Baptist by Nicolas Pigné

The Virgin holding a cloth above the sleeping Christ child, with musical angels and the infant Saint John the Baptist 1724 - 1734

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drawing, print, engraving

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drawing

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baroque

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print

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old engraving style

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figuration

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pencil drawing

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engraving

Nicolas Pigné's "The Virgin holding a cloth above the sleeping Christ child, with musical angels and the infant Saint John the Baptist" (1724-1734) is a detailed etching depicting a scene of the Virgin Mary and the Christ child. The Virgin holds a cloth over the sleeping Christ child, while angels play music and Saint John the Baptist watches. The image is characteristic of the Rococo style, with its emphasis on delicate details and soft, flowing lines. This print exemplifies the artistic practice of producing images that were highly sought after by collectors in the 18th century.

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