Religious Subject Painting Appraisal

Modern Impressionistic Holy Family Painting

This is an original framed painting depicting what appears to be the Holy Family (Joseph, Mary, and infant Jesus) in a modern, impressionistic style. The artwork features bold brushstrokes and a vibrant color palette dominated by blues, turquoises, and flesh tones, with accents of brown, black, and yellow. The figures are rendered with expressive, somewhat abstracted faces; the male figure (Joseph) has dark hair and a beard, the female figure (Mary) is veiled in blue and turquoise, and the infant has prominent blonde hair. The background consists of varying shades of blue and turquoise, with dark, angular lines suggesting a window or abstract architectural element. The painting is housed in a dark brown, possibly wooden, frame with a simple, slightly beveled profile. The frame appears to be in good condition with no visible damage. A signature, 'Benin' or 'Berni,' followed by '97,' is faintly visible in the lower right corner, suggesting it was created in 1997. The style hints at influences from Expressionism or Fauvism due to its non-naturalistic colors and emphasis on emotional expression over realism. The absence of visible condition issues like cracks, flaking paint, or significant wear on the canvas suggests it has been well-preserved. The quality of the brushwork indicates a confident hand, with distinct impasto visible in certain areas, adding texture and depth to the composition.