The Virgin and Child Enthroned with Saints Cosmas and Damian, Saint Eustace and Saint George in the Background
1500
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
1500
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
This painting depicts the Virgin Mary sitting on a throne, holding a baby Jesus. She is dressed in blue robes and has a golden halo around her head. The baby Jesus is naked, and Mary is holding him with her left hand. Two women stand on either side of the throne, one wearing a red robe and the other wearing a brown robe. In the background, there are two men on horseback and two cherubs flying above the throne. The painting is done in oil paint and has a lot of detail. The colors are muted, with shades of blue, red, and brown. The throne is decorated with intricate carvings, and the background has a landscape with trees and hills. The painting is held at the Fitzwilliam Museum. To learn more about the techniques used in this painting, look up "glazing".
