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Holy Family? with Angels l.1: The March of the Intellect

British 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image features a pencil drawing of a group of figures. In the center, a seated figure holds a child close to their chest. Another standing child leans into the seated figure. Surrounding them are three winged figures, resembling angels, who appear to be watching over the central figures. The angels have long robes and gentle expressions. The background is plain and unadorned, drawing focus to the group in the center.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
etching and aquatint in brown on papier colle
Dimensions
3333 × 4105 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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