{"product_id":"the-holy-family-with-saint-john-the-evangelist-mary-magdalene-and-nicodemus-albrecht-durer","title":"The Holy Family with Saint John the Evangelist, Mary Magdalene and Nicodemus - Albrecht Dürer","description":"\u003cp\u003eA masterful drypoint by Albrecht Dürer, depicting the Holy Family accompanied by saints and figures in a quiet, devotional scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drypoint by Albrecht Dürer displays the technical mastery of the German Renaissance. The composition centres on the Virgin and Child, surrounded by a group of figures including Saint John the Evangelist, Mary Magdalene, and Nicodemus. Dürer employs the drypoint technique, which allows for a soft, velvety quality in the lines, particularly in the shadows and the drapery of the figures. Unlike the precise, sharp lines of an engraving, the burr created by the drypoint needle holds ink in a way that produces a rich, atmospheric effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures are arranged in a compact, pyramidal structure, a common device in Renaissance art to create stability and focus. The Virgin sits with the infant Christ on her lap, her gaze directed downward, while the surrounding figures provide a sense of narrative depth. Nicodemus, positioned to the left, is depicted with a long, flowing beard, his posture suggesting a contemplative state. The figures behind the Virgin add a sense of enclosure, grounding the scene within a defined space. Dürer uses cross-hatching and varied line weights to define the forms, creating a sense of volume and texture in the clothing and the rocky ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work demonstrates Dürer's ability to balance human emotion with formal rigour. The expressions of the figures are restrained yet convey a sense of devotion. The print is a fine example of the artist's experimentation with different printmaking media, showing his interest in the expressive potential of the drypoint needle. The composition remains balanced, with the figures interacting through subtle gestures and glances. It is a work that rewards close observation, revealing the artist's attention to detail in the rendering of fabric, hair, and facial features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-nativity-martin-schongauer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Nativity by Martin Schongauer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-entombment-of-christ-lucas-cranach-the-elder\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Entombment of Christ by Lucas Cranach the Elder\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/albrecht-durer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAlbrecht Dürer prints →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Albrecht Dürer","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59138935718223,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59138950136143,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59138950168911,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59138950201679,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59138950234447,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59138950267215,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59138950299983,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59138950332751,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59138950365519,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59138950398287,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59138950431055,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59138950463823,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Holy-Family-with-Saint-John-the-Evangelist-Mary-Magdalene-and-Nicodemus_Poster_CompositorV1_1792121222475.jpg?v=1792203441","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/the-holy-family-with-saint-john-the-evangelist-mary-magdalene-and-nicodemus-albrecht-durer","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}