The Holy Family with St. Elizabeth and the Infant St. John the Baptist by Peter Paul Rubens

The Holy Family with St. Elizabeth and the Infant St. John the Baptist 1614

peterpaulrubens

Wallraf-Richartz Museum, Cologne, Germany

oil painting

portrait reference

portrait head and shoulder

animal portrait

mythology

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animal drawing portrait

portrait drawing

facial portrait

portrait art

fine art portrait

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This oil painting by Peter Paul Rubens, completed in 1614, showcases the Holy Family, with St. Elizabeth and her son, the infant St. John the Baptist. The piece, now residing at the Wallraf-Richartz Museum in Cologne, Germany, depicts the tender interaction between the two infants, a scene steeped in Christian iconography. The meticulous detail and vibrant colors, characteristic of Rubens' style, bring the figures to life, with their palpable emotions and expressive gestures contributing to the painting’s enduring impact.