Holy Family 1566

Editor: So, this is Philippe de Soye's print of the Holy Family. It's...striking how serene and muscular the baby Jesus looks, asleep on Mary's lap. What do you make of the overall mood? Curator: It's funny you mention that! There's an almost sculptural quality to Jesus, isn't there? Makes you wonder about the Renaissance fascination with classical ideals. I see a tender, almost melancholic scene—the figures are together, yet each seems lost in thought, perhaps contemplating the future. The angel looks wistful, Joseph pensive. It is thought provoking, don't you think? Editor: Definitely, it's more complex than I initially thought. Thanks for sharing your insight! Curator: My pleasure! It's always a treat to explore the layers within these timeless works.