1665
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Gallery of Victoria
The Immaculate Conception is a 1665 oil by Bartolomé Esteban Murillo, a Early Baroque Italian work, held at National Gallery of Victoria.
This painting depicts the Virgin Mary, dressed in white and blue, standing on a cloud. She is surrounded by cherubs and holds a blue cloak in her left hand. The background is a warm, golden color. The Virgin Mary is the central figure, and her clothing and pose convey a sense of serenity and grace. The cherubs surrounding her add a sense of movement and energy to the scene. The painting's use of warm colors and soft lighting creates a sense of warmth and intimacy. To learn more about the artist who created this beautiful work, look up Bartolomé Esteban Murillo.
Bartolomé Esteban Murillo ( mure-IL-oh, m(y)uu-REE-oh, Spanish: ; late December 1617, baptised 1 January 1618 – 3 April 1682) was a Spanish Baroque painter.
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