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A Virgem do Leite - Frei Carlos

Frei Carlos

1518

unspecified

From the collection of National Museum of Ancient Art

Early Renaissance Renaissance Religious Christ Child Mary

Dominant colour

A Virgem do Leite - Frei Carlos is a 1518 unspecified by Frei Carlos, a Early Renaissance work, depicting Christ Child, held at National Museum of Ancient Art.

Who painted this?: Frei Carlos
When & what style?: 1518 · Early Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Museum of Ancient Art

About this work

This painting depicts the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child. She is wearing a red cloak draped over her shoulders, with a blue robe underneath. The Christ Child is reaching up to touch her breast. The background is dark, with a gold halo around the Virgin's head. The Virgin's face is serene, with a gentle expression. The Christ Child's face is also calm, with his eyes cast downward. The overall mood of the painting is one of quiet intimacy and devotion. If you're interested in seeing more works by this artist, look up Frei Carlos.