Artwork

Family of Mary

Family of Mary, by Unknown, unspecified, 1517
Family of Mary, by Unknown, unspecified, 1517

Family of Mary is an unspecified painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Unknown. It dates from 1517 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Kraków.

About this work

Overview

The painting 'Family of Mary' is a worn representation of a group scene, centered around a woman with a baby.

Subject & Meaning

The work depicts a gathering of figures, with a woman and infant at its core, likely referencing the Holy Family or a related biblical narrative.

Technique & Style

The painting's execution is characterized by muted colors and a distressed surface, with visible cracks and peeling paint, indicating age and deterioration.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known