Artwork
Die Heilige Familie mit Anna, Elisabeth und Johannes
Die Heilige Familie mit Anna, Elisabeth und Johannes is an unspecified painting by the Mannerist artist Frans Floris. It dates from 1553 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Die Heilige Familie mit Anna, Elisabeth und Johannes is a 1553 painting by Frans Floris, held at the Alte Pinakothek.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a group of five figures, including the Holy Family, Saint Anne, and Saint Elisabeth, gathered in a dimly lit room. A lamb and a jug are also present, adding to the scene's symbolic significance.
Technique & Style
Floris employed chiaroscuro, using deep shadows and soft lighting to create a sense of intimacy and draw attention to the figures' faces and hands.
Artist & collection
Artist
Frans Floris, Frans Floris the Elder or Frans Floris de Vriendt (17 April 1519 – 1 October 1570) was a Flemish painter, draughtsman, print artist and tapestry designer.
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The Holy Family
The Virgin and Child
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Den hellige familie
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The Holy Family, St John with a small Bird in his Hand
Die Heilige Familie mit dem Johannesknaben
The Holy Family, St John with a small Bird in his Hand
Madonna and Child with two Saints
Bildnis der Königin Maria von Ungarn