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Madonna with Flower Vase

Barthel Beham

1529

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Renaissance Religious

Dominant colour

Madonna with Flower Vase is a 1529 ink by Barthel Beham, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Barthel Beham
When & what style?: 1529 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image is a Renaissance engraving of a woman holding a baby. The woman wears a head covering and a dress with puffy sleeves. She is holding the baby against her left shoulder. The baby is naked except for a cloth around its waist. The woman's right hand holds the baby's right arm. The background is a curtain with a floral design. The engraving is detailed, with cross-hatching used to create texture and shading. The woman's face is serene, and the baby looks up at her. The overall effect is one of calm and intimacy. If you like this style, you might also enjoy the work of artist Beham, Barthel.