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The Holy Family with Mary Magdalen, c. 1590-1595. Creator: El Greco (Spanish, 1541-1614)
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The Holy Family with Mary Magdalen, c. 1590-1595. Creator: El Greco (Spanish, 1541-1614)
The Holy Family with Mary Magdalen, c. 1590-1595. The seemingly weightless figures, the startling colour combinations, and the moody, imprecise setting all show El Grecos interest in conveying the intense spirituality of these figures rather than their concrete reality. Above all, the painting addresses Marys role as mediator between Christ and the viewer. She supports her son, but her faraway look indicates awareness of his fate. Mary feeds Jesus fruit held by Joseph that is full of symbolic meaning, with the apple representing the fall of man; cherries, the blood of Christ; peaches, salvation; and pears, the sweetness of Christs virtue
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This print showcases El Greco's masterpiece, "The Holy Family with Mary Magdalen" created between 1590 and 1595. The painting beautifully captures the essence of spirituality rather than focusing on concrete reality. The figures appear weightless, their vivid colors contrasting in a startling yet harmonious way against the moody and imprecise background. At the heart of this artwork lies Mary's pivotal role as a mediator between Christ and the viewer. While she supports her son, her distant gaze reveals an acute awareness of his impending fate. Joseph tenderly offers Jesus fruit that holds profound symbolic meaning: an apple representing humanity's fall from grace, cherries symbolizing Christ's blood shed for salvation, peaches embodying redemption, and pears signifying the sweetness found in Christ's virtues. El Greco masterfully conveys these spiritual themes through his unique artistic style. His brushstrokes create an ethereal atmosphere that transports viewers into a realm beyond physicality. This painting not only serves as a testament to El Greco's exceptional talent but also invites contemplation on the profound significance of faith and divine mediation. Preserved by Heritage Art/Heritage Images and housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art (not affiliated with any company), this remarkable piece continues to inspire awe and reverence centuries after its creation.
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