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Madonna with Holy Child and St. John

17th Century

$28,000
£21,634.86
€25,011.93
CA$39,566.02
A$44,375.93
CHF 23,238.99
MX$539,210.80
NOK 295,096.20
SEK 279,771.99
DKK 186,701

About the Item

Madonna with Holy Child and St. John is a masterful depiction of a tender religious scene, capturing the sacred relationship between the Virgin Mary, the infant Jesus, and St. John the Baptist. This painting belongs to a long tradition of Christian iconography, where the Madonna is often portrayed with the Christ Child, symbolizing purity and divine love. The composition of the painting is typically balanced, with the Madonna holding the infant Jesus, who reaches out or interacts with the young St. John. The figures are often arranged in a triangular formation, a common technique in Renaissance art that adds stability and harmony to the scene. The background includes a calm landscape emphasizing the divine nature of the figures in the foreground. The use of light in the painting, soft and gentle, accentuates the holiness of the scene, creating a luminous atmosphere that draws the viewer's eye to the faces of the holy figures. Rich in symbolism and emotion, "Madonna with Holy Child and St. John" exemplifies the artist's skill in combining spiritual significance with artistic beauty, making it a timeless masterpiece that continues to inspire and move viewers.
  • Creation Year:
    17th Century
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13.75 in (34.93 cm)Width: 11.38 in (28.91 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
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  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Fredericksburg, VA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2574215045182

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