Madonna
1650
oil
From the collection of Pinacoteca de São Paulo
1650
oil
From the collection of Pinacoteca de São Paulo
This painting shows a woman with her hands clasped together in prayer. She wears a red robe over a blue cloak, and a golden head covering. Her face is tilted upwards, and her eyes are cast upwards, as if she is looking at something above her. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to draw attention to the woman's face and hands. The overall mood of the painting is one of quiet contemplation and devotion. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look into the technique of chiaroscuro.
