Holy Family

Charles I acquired this painting from the 4th Earl of Pembroke on 4 January 1638, in exchange for two miniature “limning” portraits of the King and Queen. Its attribution has since been changed from the Florentine Andrea del Sarto to the artist’s colleague Franciabigio. This work contributes to the theme of family and upbringing that is so evident from the room hang.

Sale Inventory c.1649-51

Andrea del Sarto

Madonna, Christ and Joseph, (from St James's)

Walpole Society reference (1972): 
WS 299, №16
Appraisal: 
150-0-0
Sold to: 
Leemput
Sold for: 
£174
Sale date: 
29/03/1650
Identification certainty: 
Identified