Heilige Familie met Johannes de Doper als kind en de H. Elisabet c. 1626 - 1676

This engraving, created by Joannes Galle between 1626 and 1676, depicts the Holy Family with John the Baptist as a child and Saint Elizabeth. The image showcases the traditional depiction of the Holy Family, with Mary, Joseph, and the infant Jesus, along with the important figures of John the Baptist and his mother Elizabeth. The scene is set in a landscape with a distant mountain range and a river, a common feature of this genre. The image, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a fine example of the use of engraving to create a visually compelling and narrative-driven work of art. This print is a testament to the artistic and religious sensibilities of the 17th century.