Virgin adoring the Child
1482
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From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
1482
unspecified
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
This painting depicts the Virgin Mary in prayer, gazing down at the infant Jesus. She wears a long, dark robe over a red dress, with her hands clasped together in front of her. The baby sits on the ground, looking up at her with his hands raised. The Virgin's robe features intricate gold embroidery along the edges, and her hair is pulled back, revealing her face. The background of the painting is a serene landscape with rolling hills and trees. The painting's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figures. To learn more about this technique, explore the concept of chiaroscuro.
