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St. Joseph with the Christ Child, Antique Mezzotint – J.E.Haid Augsburg, ca.1799
$249.18
£185.82
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About the Item
St. Joseph with the Christ Child, Antique Mezzotint – Johann Elias Haid, Augsburg
This devotional print depicts Saint Joseph tenderly holding the Christ Child, seated on a draped surface and reaching toward his guardian. Both figures are shown with halos, emphasizing their sacred status, while Joseph carries a flowering staff, the traditional symbol of his divine selection and purity. The intimate interaction between the figures gives the composition a quiet emotional depth characteristic of late Baroque religious imagery.
The image is rendered in rich tonal gradations using the mezzotint technique, with strong contrasts between light and shadow that create a painterly softness. The Christ Child’s luminous body forms the visual focus, while Saint Joseph is portrayed as an aged and gentle protector, his expression marked by humility and care. The restrained background heightens the devotional atmosphere.
The print was made by Johann Elias Haid, an important 18th-century German mezzotint engraver active in Augsburg. Haid was renowned for his mastery of Schabkunst, producing portraits and religious subjects noted for their subtle tonal transitions and depth. His works were widely collected and used for private devotion.
Mezzotints such as this were prized for their ability to translate the softness of oil painting into print form, making them especially suitable for religious subjects. This example reflects both the technical skill of the engraver and the devotional function of the image.
Condition report: Fair. The print is mounted onto a secondary sheet of paper. Noticeable overall age toning, scattered spotting, handling creases, and edge wear. The image area remains legible with retained tonal contrast, but shows signs of age and use.
Framing suggestions: Best presented in a dark wood or black frame with a wide neutral mat. Floating or window mounting can help visually separate the original sheet from the later backing.
Technique: Mezzotint (Schabkunst)
Maker: Johann Elias Haid, Augsburg, late 18th century
- Dimensions:Height: 11.03 in (28 cm)Width: 7.49 in (19 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1799
- Condition:Additions or alterations made to the original: Mounted to secondary old paper. Fair. The print is mounted onto a secondary sheet of paper. Noticeable overall age toning, scattered spotting, handling creases, and edge wear. The image area remains legible with retained tonal contrast, but shows signs of age and use.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13282-171stDibs: LU3054348218522
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This beautifully composed late 19th–early 20th century German chromolithograph presents a tender devotional scene of Saint Joseph with the Child Jesus, one of the most beloved themes in Catholic sacred imagery. Saint Joseph is seated in a humble workshop interior, gently resting his hand on his chest while the Christ Child offers him a white lily, the universal symbol of purity, obedience, and divine election. Both figures are encircled by radiant halos, reinforcing the sacred intimacy of this quiet, fatherly moment.
The composition is rich in symbolic detail: the carpenter’s tools behind Joseph reference his earthly labor and humility, while the soft pastoral landscape visible through the opening suggests God’s providence beyond the domestic sphere. The infant Christ, rendered with luminous skin tones and expressive gaze, embodies both innocence and divine authority. The lily rises vertically between them as a visual axis of spiritual virtue, creating a powerful yet gentle devotional message.
This print was produced using true chromolithography in Germany around 1900, a technique requiring multiple lithographic stones—one for each color layer. The softness of the tonal transitions, the saturated yet harmonious palette, and the velvety matte surface all confirm authentic period production. The lower margin bears the multilingual title “Hl. Joseph / St. Joseph / S. Giuseppe / S. José / Swięty Józef,” as well as the ecclesiastical approval line “Imprimi permittitur. Ordinariatus episcopalis Limburgensis,” confirming official Church authorization for devotional distribution. The imprint “Printed in Germany” further supports its origin within the great German religious printing houses of the era.
This type of high-quality devotional chromolithograph was originally intended for Catholic homes, chapels, schools, and religious institutions. Surviving examples in strong condition are now increasingly sought after by collectors of sacred art, Christian iconography, and historical devotional imagery.
Condition report
Very good condition. Strong, unfaded colors with excellent contrast. Light natural toning to the margins. Minor handling marks consistent with age. No tears, creases, restorations, or losses observed. The printed text and imprimatur remain crisp and fully legible.
Framing tips
This print presents beautifully in a warm gilt or dark walnut frame with a soft ivory mat to enhance the golden halos and the warm burgundy and olive tones of Joseph’s garments. For a more contemporary devotional presentation, a matte black frame with wide museum-style matting works equally well.
Technique: Chromolithograph
Maker: German devotional press, printed in Germany, circa 1900
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