Saints Presenting a Devout Woman to the Virgin and Child
1724
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1724
unspecified
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows a group of saints and an angel presenting a devout woman to the Virgin and Child. The woman is shown at the lower right, and each saint can be identified by the objects they hold or wear. For example, Saint Lucy has a cauldron and sword at her feet, while Saint Agnes has a lamb. This attention to detail helps tell the story of the scene. The painting's use of light and dark is notable. To learn more about this style, look up the technique of chiaroscuro.
