The Coronation of the Virgin

About this work

This painting shows a scene from Christian art. In the center, a woman sits on clouds. She wears a dark robe and a red shirt. An older man with a long white beard and a dark robe reaches out to place a crown on her head. A young man with no shirt and a pink robe sits on the other side of the woman. He holds a gold scepter. Many small, winged babies (cherubs) float around them. The background is mostly clouds, with some dark areas at the top. The painting has a lot of contrast between light and dark. The clouds and the figures' robes are painted in soft, feathery brushstrokes. The overall mood is peaceful and reverent. If you like this painting, you might also enjoy learning about the technique of chiaroscuro.