Who painted Madonna with the White Raven?

Madonna with the White Raven was painted by Annibale Carracci in 1504.

Where can I see Madonna with the White Raven?

Madonna with the White Raven is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Madonna with the White Raven?

Madonna with the White Raven is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

Madonna with the White Raven

Annibale Carracci , 1504

Madonna with the White Raven is a print by the Renaissance artist Annibale Carracci. It dates from 1504 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Madonna with the White Raven, created around 1504, is a religious print by Italian artist Annibale Carracci, a pivotal figure in the transition towards the Baroque style. The work features the Virgin Mary with the Christ Child and a white raven.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child, accompanied by a white raven. The inclusion of the raven, often symbolizing prophecy or messengers in religious contexts, adds a layer of symbolic depth to the traditional Madonna and Child theme.

Technique & Style

Executed with precise lines and expressive shading, the etching utilizes chiaroscuro to create a sense of volume and depth, particularly in the draped robes and the figures' forms. The technique emphasizes the play of light from one side, accentuating the fabric's folds.

History & Provenance

Created by Annibale Carracci in circa 1504, the print is now part of the Cleveland Museum of Art's collection. Carracci worked in Bologna and Rome, influencing the development of Baroque through his blend of classical elements and dynamic energy.

Context

Produced during the early 16th century, Madonna with the White Raven reflects the artistic transitional period from the Renaissance to the Baroque. Carracci's work, often in collaboration with his brother Agostino and cousin Ludovico, contributed significantly to this stylistic evolution.

Artist & collection

Artist

Annibale Carracci

Annibale Carracci ( kə-RAH-chee, UK also kə-RATCH-ee, Italian: ; November 3, 1560 – July 15, 1609) was an Italian painter and instructor, active in Bologna and later in Rome.