Maria met slapend kind op de arm
1524
oil
panel
From the collection of Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
1524
oil
panel
From the collection of Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
Dominant colour
Maria met slapend kind op de arm is a 1524 oil by Unknown, a Northern Renaissance work, held at Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium.
This painting depicts a tender scene of a woman cradling a baby, both with their eyes closed. The woman's dark hair is covered, and she wears a dark dress with a shawl draped over her shoulders. The baby is naked, except for a cloth wrapped around its waist. The woman's right hand gently holds the baby's left hand, while her left hand supports the baby's back. In the background, a serene landscape unfolds, featuring trees, buildings, and a distant mountain range under a cloudy sky. The overall atmosphere exudes a sense of peace and tranquility. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a striking contrast between light and dark, drawing the viewer's attention to the central figures. The painting's gentle, soothing quality invites contemplation.
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