1542
oil
panel
From the collection of J. Paul Getty Museum
Virgin and Child with Saint Elizabeth and Saint John the Baptist is a 1542 oil by Bronzino, a Mannerism work, held at J. Paul Getty Museum.
This painting depicts a tender scene of the Virgin Mary cradling the Christ child, surrounded by Saint Elizabeth and Saint John the Baptist. The Virgin is dressed in a striking red gown with a pink shawl, while Saint Elizabeth wears a white headscarf. The Christ child, adorned with a floral wreath, reaches out to Saint John, who is attired in animal skins and holds a bowl. The background features a rocky landscape with a distant building. The painting showcases a harmonious blend of colors, with the Virgin's red gown standing out against the more subdued tones of the other figures. The overall atmosphere is one of serenity and devotion. For more on this style, explore the works of artist Bronzino.
Agnolo di Cosimo (Italian: ; 17 November 1503 – 23 November 1572), usually known as Bronzino (Italian: Il Bronzino ) or Agnolo Bronzino, was an Italian Mannerist painter from Florence.
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