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Madonna and Child, Attr. to the School of Anthony van Dyck - 18th C or Earlier

$9,500
£7,189.05
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CA$13,266.09
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18th Century or Earlier, Oil Painting on Canvas and Later Laid to Panel. This captivating oil painting of the Madonna and Child is attributed to the School of Anthony van Dyck, one of the foremost portrait and religious painters of the Flemish Baroque period. The composition portrays the Virgin Mary in a moment of serene devotion, her eyes gently lifted towards the heavens, while she tenderly cradles the infant Christ, whose luminous form radiates a sense of divine grace and innocence. The intimate bond between mother and child is masterfully conveyed through their delicate gestures and soulful expressions, embodying the human tenderness and spiritual transcendence characteristic of van Dyck's religious works. Rendered with a sophisticated chiaroscuro technique, the painting exemplifies van Dyck’s influence, showcasing his hallmark use of dramatic lighting to create a sense of depth and emotional intensity. The delicate modeling of the flesh tones and the graceful fall of the Madonna's rich crimson robe, accented with deep blue drapery, demonstrate an exquisite attention to detail and color harmony. The composition’s balanced elegance reflects van Dyck’s assimilation of Titian’s Venetian color palette and the spiritual expressiveness reminiscent of his mentor, Peter Paul Rubens. The work is presented in a later elaborately carved, ebonized ripple frame of Flemish design, popular in 17th-century Northern Europe. This choice of frame enhances the Baroque drama of the composition while also underscoring the painting’s historical and cultural origins. Anthony van Dyck, celebrated as one of the greatest portraitists of his time, was also revered for his religious paintings that combined idealized beauty with profound emotional resonance. His depictions of the Madonna and Child are renowned for their tender realism and spiritual depth, influencing generations of artists within his workshop and beyond. Van Dyck's workshop in Antwerp was known for producing high-quality religious compositions to meet the demand of Catholic patrons during the Counter-Reformation, and this painting reflects the refined techniques and devotional sensibilities cultivated under his guidance. The painting is unsigned to the front, but verso of board is marked - stylistic fidelity to van Dyck’s religious oeuvre suggests it was created by an artist closely associated with his atelier or circle, possibly one of his talented pupils or followers. The delicate brushwork, harmonious composition, and emotional expressiveness align with the artistic ideals of the Flemish Baroque, emphasizing both naturalism and spiritual transcendence. Measures: 12" w x 14" h (Frame), 7.125" w x 9" h (Board).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    18th Century
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Canvas laid to board, with early conservation and cleaning. Frame is not original and does have some black paint touch ups and losses. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7838243855312

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