Artwork
Holy Family
Holy Family is a print by Charles Pye. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Holy Family is a print reproducing Michelangelo's depiction of a sacred scene, created by Charles Pye in 1850 as a proof on paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a serene indoor scene featuring the Holy Family: a woman holding a sleeping infant, an older man leaning over her shoulder, and a young child reading nearby, surrounded by domestic objects that evoke a sense of warmth and tranquility.
Technique & Style
The artist employs chiaroscuro, using deep shadows and soft lighting to create a warm, intimate atmosphere, imbuing the figures with a sense of gentleness and domesticity.
Artist & collection
Artist
Charles Pye made printed religious scenes in late 18th- to mid-19th-century Britain.
