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Caritas (Charity), by Unknown, 1550

Caritas (Charity)

Unknown

1550

From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst

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Overview

Caritas (Charity) is a 1550 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1550
Where can I see it?
Statens Museum for Kunst

About this work

The painting depicts a woman in a blue dress with a red cloak, seated with three babies. The woman has a crown on her head and holds a baby in her right arm, while the baby reaches for her left breast. The baby on her lap holds a lit candle, and another baby sleeps at her feet. The woman's facial expression is serene, and the overall atmosphere of the painting is one of peace and tranquility. The use of warm colors and soft lighting adds to the sense of calmness. This painting is reminiscent of the style of the artist 21976_person.

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