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Holy Family with Saint Anne and Infant Saint John the Baptist, n.d. Creator: School of Domenico Piola Italian, 1627-1703
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Holy Family with Saint Anne and Infant Saint John the Baptist, n.d. Creator: School of Domenico Piola Italian, 1627-1703
Holy Family with Saint Anne and Infant Saint John the Baptist, n.d
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Anne St Black Chalk Brown Ink Christ Jesus Domenico I Piola Domenico Piola Domenico Piola I Holy Family John St John The Baptist John The Baptist St Joseph St Lamb Mary Virgin Piola Domenico I Saint Anna Saint Anne Saint John Saint John The Baptist Saint John The Forerunner Saint Joseph Saint Mary Sheep St Anne St John St John Baptist St John The Baptist St Joseph St Mary Stella Maris The Virgin Mary Virgin Mother Wash Wove Paper Infancy Infant Laid Paper Mother Of God Pen And Ink Drawing Santo
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This exquisite 17th-century Italian drawing depicts the Holy Family with Saint Anne and Infant Saint John the Baptist, a cherished composition in Christian art. The artist, Domenico Piola (1627-1703), masterfully captures the tender moments between the young Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, as well as the connection between the elderly Saint Anne and the infant Saint John the Baptist. Piola's use of black chalk, brown ink, and gray and brown wash over ivory laid paper creates a striking contrast with the cream wove paper on which the drawing is mounted. The intricate details of the figures and their clothing, as well as the delicate textures of the lamb and the landscape in the background, are rendered with great skill and sensitivity. The drawing is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of Italy during the 17th and 18th centuries, a time when such depictions of the Holy Family were popular in Christian art. The presence of Saint Anne and Infant Saint John the Baptist emphasizes the continuity of faith and the importance of the interconnectedness of generations. This beautiful work of art, now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, invites viewers to contemplate the profound themes of family, faith, and the passage of time. The drawing's timeless beauty and intricate details continue to captivate and inspire audiences, making it a valuable addition to any art collection or exhibition.
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