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The Virgin Adoring the Christ Child with Two Saints (La Virgin adorando al Niño Jesús con dos santos)

Unknown

1750

unspecified

From the collection of Los Angeles County Museum of Art

Rococo painting 18th Century Religious

Dominant colour

The Virgin Adoring the Christ Child with Two Saints (La Virgin adorando al Niño Jesús con dos santos) is a 1750 unspecified by Unknown, a Rococo painting work, held at Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1750 · Rococo painting
Where can I see it?: Los Angeles County Museum of Art

About this work

This painting depicts the Virgin Mary cradling the Christ Child, surrounded by lush foliage and vibrant flowers. Two saints kneel at the bottom of the image, gazing up at the Virgin and Child. The Virgin wears a blue cloak with gold accents, while the Child lies on a red cloth with green trim. In the top corners of the painting, two cherubs are nestled among the flowers, adding a touch of whimsy to the scene. The overall effect is one of serenity and devotion.