Heilige Familie met engelen 1656 - 1706

"Heilige Familie met engelen" is an etching by Dutch artist Étienne Gantrel, created between 1656 and 1706. The piece, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts the Holy Family with two angels attending to the Christ child. The etching’s detailed rendering and dramatic composition make it a powerful example of Baroque art. The scene evokes a sense of serenity and devotion, emphasizing the divine presence in the everyday. The use of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the figures and landscape, creating a sense of realism.