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Adoration of the Child with Young St John the Baptist – Tondo

Unknown

oil

panel

From the collection of National Museum in Kraków

Religious

Dominant colour

Adoration of the Child with Young St John the Baptist – Tondo is an oil by Unknown, held at National Museum in Kraków.

Who painted this?: Unknown
Where can I see it?: National Museum in Kraków

About this work

This painting is a circular depiction of the Virgin Mary, surrounded by various figures. She is shown with her hands clasped together in prayer, wearing a blue robe with a brown cloak draped over her shoulders. The background of the painting features a serene landscape with trees, a body of water, and a distant mountain range. In the foreground, two cherubs are visible, one of whom is holding a small bird. To the right of the Virgin, a group of monks are seated on a bench, engaged in conversation. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of tranquility and devotion. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure of the Virgin.