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Guercino (Cento 1591-Bologna 1666)
St Joseph and the Infant Jesus c. 1640-49
Pen and wash | 22.3 x 19.0 cm (sheet of paper) | RCIN 902880
Guercino (Cento 1591-Bologna 1666)
St Joseph and the Infant Jesus c. 1640-49
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A drawing of St Joseph seated full length, with his body facing the viewer. He is looking down at the Infant Jesus, who is supported by the saint's left arm.
Provenance
Bequeathed by the artist to Benedetto and Cesare Gennari; from whose descendants purchased by Richard Dalton for George III, c.1758-63; first recorded in a Royal Collection inventory of c.1800-1820 (Inv.A, p.67: 'St.Joseph and Child J:C:')
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Medium and techniques
Pen and wash
Measurements
22.3 x 19.0 cm (sheet of paper)
Other number(s)
RL 2880
