The holy familyAmbrosius BensonNone

  • Art movementEarly Netherlandish

Ambrosius Benson (1497 – 1550)

Ambrosius Benson: Italian Renaissance painter known for religious art & classical influences. Master of 'Magdalen' scenes, popular in Spain & a key figure in Flemish art.


About this artwork

  • Title: The holy family
  • Artist: Ambrosius Benson
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Corpus context: family love, piety
  • Color palette: Earthy
  • Main color: Phthalo Green
  • Keywords: flemish art style, 15th century art, mary and jesus art
  • Color hue: Ochre to Sepia

Questions & Answers

What style does "The holy family" belong to?

The movement associated with "The holy family" by Ambrosius Benson is Early Netherlandish. This classification situates the work among related artists and artworks.

Is "The holy family" more bright or more dark overall?

"The holy family" by Ambrosius Benson is recorded as shadow, with a soft shadow luminance.

Are the colors of "The holy family" by Ambrosius Benson saturated or muted?

"The holy family" by Ambrosius Benson is recorded with a balanced soft saturation.

Do the colors of "The holy family" appear strong or soft?

"The holy family" by Ambrosius Benson shows a balanced color intensity.

Which period of Ambrosius Benson's career does "The holy family" belong to?

"The holy family" belongs to the Mature Period of Ambrosius Benson's career. This classification relates the work to the artist's development.

Who is the artist behind "The holy family"?

The artist behind "The holy family" is Ambrosius Benson. The work is catalogued under Ambrosius Benson's name.

Who is the author of "The holy family", and in which movement?

Ambrosius Benson created "The holy family" within the Early Netherlandish movement.

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