The Holy Family with Two Angels 1600 - 1640

"The Holy Family with Two Angels" is an etching by Guido Reni, an Italian artist known for his Baroque style, created between 1600 and 1640. The artwork depicts the Virgin Mary, holding the infant Jesus, with Joseph seated next to her. Two angels are shown in the upper portion of the composition, flying through the sky and holding a wreath of flowers. Reni’s use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and drama, highlighting the figures in the scene. The composition and subject matter, characteristic of Renaissance and Baroque art, are both harmonious and visually striking.