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Holy Family with Angels and the Cross, Crushing a Serpent

Laurent de La Hyre

National Gallery of Art

It is a drawing of cherubic figures and a woman interacting with a cross and a serpent. The scene is set around a tree with winged, cherubic figures supporting a large wooden cross entwined by a serpent at its base. A woman in flowing garments extends her hand towards a cherub holding the serpent's tail. In the background, architectural elements are visible, along with landscapes of trees and hills. The composition is detailed, displaying movement and interaction between the figures in a natural setting.

Artwork Details

Date
1639
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
4594 × 3355 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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