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Holy Family on a garland of flowers and fruits, ca. 1620, by

Holy Family on a garland of flowers and fruits, ca. 1620, by


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Holy Family on a garland of flowers and fruits, ca. 1620, by

Jan Brueghel the Elder (1568-1625) and Pieter van Avont (1600-1632). Flemish painters, Holy Family on a garland of flowers and fruits, ca. 1620. Alte Pinakothek. Munich. Germany

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1620 Alte Biblical Blessed Bruegel Brueghel Catholicism Christ Christianism Deer Elder Flanders Flemish Forest Fruits Garland Grape Infant Jesus Pinakothek Virgin


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This exquisite painting, titled "Holy Family with Animals and Fruits," is a masterpiece created by Flemish artists Jan Brueghel the Elder (1568-1625) and Pieter van Avont (1600-1632) around 1620. The artwork is currently housed at the Alte Pinakothek in Munich, Germany. The central focus of the composition is the Holy Family - the Virgin Mary, holding the infant Jesus, and St. Joseph. Surrounding them is a lush, vibrant forest teeming with life. A garland of flowers and fruits encircles the family, symbolizing the blessings of nature and the abundance of God's creation. The intricate details of the painting are truly breathtaking. The animals, such as deer, birds, and rabbits, are depicted with great care and realism, adding to the sense of harmony and peace in the scene. The biblical story is brought to life through the use of symbolic fruits and flowers, such as grapes representing the Eucharist and roses symbolizing the Virgin Mary's purity. The landscape in the painting is also noteworthy, with its rolling hills, winding streams, and dense foliage, reflecting the Flemish tradition of landscape painting. The artists' skillful use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and three-dimensionality, drawing the viewer into the scene. This work of art is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of Flanders and the enduring appeal of the Holy Family theme in Christian art. The painting continues to inspire awe and wonder, reminding us of the beauty and abundance of God's creation and the importance of family and faith in our lives.

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