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The Holy Family at Table

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a domestic interior scene with a religious or spiritual theme. The image includes a round table set with dishes and a lit candle, casting soft light and creating halos around the figures' heads. The figures are engaged in an intimate moment, with the central figure leaning forward to hand a cup to another. The artwork's details highlight the play of light and shadow, creating depth and warmth. The image is enclosed within a circular frame. Latin inscriptions add to the religious or philosophical undertones.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1628
Medium
etching and engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3300 × 3781 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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