One of the early works of the master depicts his aunt Laura with her husband Gennaro, their daughter Julia and Giovanna. Laura is pregnant and dressed in black, as her father recently died, which is shown in the portrait behind.
This portrait is interesting for capturing tension and emotional distress among family members.
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