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Holy Family / Double Trinity

Anonymous artist
Cuzco (Peru), 18th century
Oil on canvas
187×216 cm
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Few artworks capture a society’s idyllic vision as vividly as this 18th-century Cuzco painting of the Holy Family, or Double Trinity. The painting, influenced by Baroque and Flemish styles, showcases a lush, flower-filled landscape. Central to the composition are St. Joseph, the Infant Jesus, and the Virgin Mary, with God the Father and the Holy Spirit completing the scene. The painting is notable for its elaborate brocade work, enhancing the texture of the garments and halos.

This depiction reflects the rising popularity of St. Joseph after 1621, following Pope Gregory XV’s decree. While inspired by Peter Paul Rubens' *The Return of the Holy Family from Egypt* and its engravings, the Cuzco painting displays unique creative elements. Its youthful St. Joseph and playful Infant Jesus mark a departure from earlier medieval representations. The composition became widely popular in the 18th century, with similar works appearing in various collections.

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