
Saint Joseph And Child
A luminous depiction of Saint Joseph tenderly cradling the Christ Child, rendered in rich, warm tones characteristic of the colonial Spanish tradition. José Cortez de Alcocer employs masterful chiaroscuro to illuminate the intimate bond between the figures, their serene expressions conveying divine grace and paternal devotion. The work reflects the deeply devotional spirit of its era, blending Baroque influences with the reverent iconographic traditions of New Spanish religious painting.
- Medium
- oil on canvas
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Sotheby's
🔨 Auction Lot
Old Masters Online
January 21, 2019
Estimate: $30,000 – $50,000
Lot 1026
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