Madonna and Child with SS. John the Evangelist,John the Baptist, James of Compostela and Nicholas of Bari
1394
unspecified
From the collection of National Gallery of Victoria
1394
unspecified
From the collection of National Gallery of Victoria
This painting depicts a serene scene of the Madonna and Child surrounded by saints. The Madonna, dressed in a dark blue robe with a golden halo, gently cradles the Christ Child in her arms. To her left stands Saint John the Evangelist, while Saint John the Baptist is positioned to her right. Above them, two angels hold a crown, adding to the sense of reverence. The saints are attired in robes of various colors, with Saint James of Compostela and Saint Nicholas of Bari standing behind the Madonna. The background of the painting features a warm, golden hue, which complements the rich colors of the saints' robes. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of harmony and balance in the painting. For more information on the artist behind this work, look up Agnolo Gaddi.
