Artwork

The family of Christ Child with the imprisoned soul of Divine Love

The family of Christ Child with the imprisoned soul of Divine Love, by Unknown, oil, 1700
The family of Christ Child with the imprisoned soul of Divine Love, by Unknown, oil, 1700

The family of Christ Child with the imprisoned soul of Divine Love is an oil painting by the Spanish Baroque Tenebrist artist Unknown. It dates from 1700 and is held in the collection of the Lima Art Museum.

About this work

Overview

The Family of Christ Child with the Imprisoned Soul of Divine Love is a copper painting depicting a serene scene of the Christ Child surrounded by devotees.

Subject & Meaning

The Christ Child, seated on a red chair and dressed in white, is the central figure, with a dove above him. He blesses with his right hand, while surrounding figures kneel in prayer or gaze at him devoutly, conveying reverence and adoration.

Technique & Style

The painting employs chiaroscuro, using strong light-dark contrasts to create volume and depth. Warm colors and soft lighting foster an intimate, spiritual atmosphere.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

Lima Art Museum

Museum

Lima Art Museum

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