Madonna Di San Sisto

Madonna Di San Sisto

William Holl

1820

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows the Madonna and Child surrounded by other figures. The Madonna is standing on a cloud, holding the baby Jesus. She is wearing a long robe and a head covering. To her left is a man in a robe, and to her right is a woman in a robe. At the bottom of the painting are two cherubs. The background is light-colored with some dark drapery. The painting has a lot of detail and texture. The figures are all looking at the baby Jesus. The cherubs at the bottom are looking up at the Madonna and Child. This painting is an example of Romanticism. If you like this style, you might also like the work of artist Holl, William (II).

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