Mary with the child, Saint Catherine, Saint Barbara and angels
1512
paint
From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Berlin
1512
paint
From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Berlin
This painting shows Mary holding a baby, surrounded by three women and a group of cherubs. The scene is set in a landscape with hills and trees in the background. Mary is dressed in dark robes and is looking down at the baby, who is naked. The three women around her are also dressed in dark robes and are looking at the baby or at Mary. The cherubs are playing with each other and with the women's robes. The painting is rich in detail and color, with a sense of depth and atmosphere. It's a beautiful example of Renaissance art. Look up Jörg Breu the Elder to see more of his works.
