1455
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Madonna and Child with a Bell is a 1455 ink by German 15th Century, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving depicts the Madonna and Child, with the Madonna holding the baby Jesus. The Madonna is wearing a robe and a head covering, while the baby is naked except for a cloth around his waist. The baby is holding a bell, and there are some leaves or branches behind them. The engraving is done in a detailed style, with cross-hatching used to create shading and texture. The lines are fine and delicate, giving the image a sense of fragility. The engraving is an example of Renaissance art, which was characterized by its attention to detail and realism. To learn more about this style, look up the Renaissance.
This 15th-century German artist carved vivid religious scenes into metal and wood, then hand-painted them in bright, symbolic colors.
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