1500
tempera
panel
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon
Virgin and child is a 1500 tempera by Francesco Pesellino, a Early Renaissance work, depicting Christ Child, held at Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon.
This painting depicts the Virgin Mary cradling the Christ Child. Mary's blue robe with gold embroidery drapes over her shoulders, while a pink dress peeks out from underneath. The baby is nude, save for a golden halo. Mary gently holds the child's right hand to her chest, and her left hand supports his back. The background of the painting features a red and gold architectural element, possibly a window or doorway. The overall mood of the painting is one of serenity and devotion. If you're interested in exploring more works like this, you might want to check out the artist Francesco Pesellino.
Francesco Pesellino (probably 1422 – July 29, 1457), also known as Francesco di Stefano, was an Italian Renaissance painter active in Florence.
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