Holy Family with Saint Elizabeth and Saint John the Baptist, copy in reverse after Cantarini 1632 - 1642

"Holy Family with Saint Elizabeth and Saint John the Baptist" is a 17th-century drawing by the Italian artist Simone Cantarini, depicting a scene of the Holy Family with Saint Elizabeth and Saint John the Baptist. It is a copy in reverse of one of Cantarini's own compositions and is now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection. The artist utilized a delicate line to detail the figures, capturing their soft features and subtle expressions, creating a sense of intimacy. The drawing exemplifies Cantarini's mastery of the Baroque style. The piece reflects the importance of devotional art and the enduring reverence for biblical narratives during this period.