Madonna and Child with saints

Madonna and Child with saints

Agnolo Gaddi

1375

tempera

From the collection of Uffizi Gallery

About this work

This painting shows a central figure of a woman holding a baby. The woman wears a black robe with a hood, and the baby is dressed in pink. They are surrounded by six other figures, each with distinct clothing and poses. The background is gold with red accents. The figures are arranged in a symmetrical composition, with the central pair flanked by three figures on each side. The overall effect is one of balance and harmony. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, look up the subject "Madonna and Child".

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