# The Holy Family with Sts Anne and Joachim \(detail\)

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## Artwork

- Artist: [PESQUERA, Diego de](<https://beta.wga.hu/artists/pesquera-diego-de-rb1bd648bdebcdb>)
- Date: 1551-1600
- Technique: Painted and gilt wood

## Commentary

In contrast to the adults, whose stances are stable, the Christ Child wriggles. Off-balance, he causes the adults to react; they lean in to support him with their legs and hands.

## Related artworks

- [The Holy Family with Sts Anne and Joachim \(detail\)](<https://beta.wga.hu/artists/pesquera-diego-de-rb1bd648bdebcdb/the-holy-family-with-sts-anne-and-joachim-detail-r2ba45f3d0e899f>)
- [The Holy Family with Sts Anne and Joachim](<https://beta.wga.hu/artists/pesquera-diego-de-rb1bd648bdebcdb/the-holy-family-with-sts-anne-and-joachim-r7c22483c1104cc>)

## Attribution

[Web Gallery of Art](<https://beta.wga.hu/pages/about>)