858 - Saint Joseph with the Child, Granada School, 18th Century

Saint Joseph with the Child, Granada School, 18th Century Oil on canvas. Dimensions: 102 x 80 cm. A devotional composition of intense emotional intimacy in which Saint Joseph holds the Christ Child in a protective and contemplative pose. The figure of the saint is enveloped in ample ochre and blue drapery, rendered with soft, impasto brushstrokes, while the naked Child leans toward his father’s face, creating a delicate emotional bond. The scene unfolds against a dark background with tenebrist undertones, drawing attention to the illuminated faces and the carefully modeled hands. The flowering staff alludes to Saint Joseph’s purity and reinforces the symbolic nature of the composition. The work displays a traditional Baroque style, featuring warm modeling, soft transitions of light, and a contemplative atmosphere characteristic of 18th-century Spanish religious painting. Dimensions: 102 x 80 cm. Due to its age and history of use, this lot may show signs of wear and previous interventions. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, no specialized technical testing has been performed. The absence of any mention of restorations does not guarantee that none exist. You may request additional information before placing a bid. This does not affect the buyer’s statutory rights.