The Holy Family with John the Baptist
- Artist
- Fra Bartolomeo
- Date
- c.1505 - c.1515 ; Florence , Italy
- Style
- High renaissance
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Rijksmuseum
"The Holy Family with John the Baptist" by Fra Bartolomeo showcases his mastery in creating a serene and balanced religious painting inspired by the High renaissance style. Executed on a panel, the composition features the Virgin, Child, Saint Joseph, and John the Baptist, emphasizing static figures characteristic of Bartolomeo's approach. His skilled use of Oil paints brings depth and luminosity to the scene. Reflecting his Florentine roots and influence from the Renaissance, the work exemplifies the calm, harmonious qualities typical of his religious subject matter.
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