SOLIMENA, Francesco
(b. 1657, Canale di Serino, d. 1747, Barra)

St Anne and the Virgin

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Oil on copper, 35 32 cm
Private collection

In this early work by Francesco Solimena, the depiction of Saints Anne and Joachim with the Virgin Mary conveys familial affection and piety. The intimacy of the mother and child is evident as the father fondly looks on from a slight distance.