Who painted Immaculate Conception?

Immaculate Conception was painted by Juan de Valdés Leal.

Where can I see Immaculate Conception?

Immaculate Conception is held by Museo del Prado.

What movement is Immaculate Conception?

Immaculate Conception is associated with Spanish Baroque Tenebrist.

Can I buy a print of Immaculate Conception?

Museum-quality prints of Immaculate Conception are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Immaculate Conception

Juan de Valdés Leal

Immaculate Conception is an oil painting by the Spanish Baroque Tenebrist artist Juan de Valdés Leal. It is held in the collection of the Museo del Prado.

About this work

Overview

Immaculate Conception is an oil painting created by Juan de Valdés Leal in 1692. It is now part of the Museo del Prado's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts the Virgin Mary in a white robe and blue cloak, surrounded by cherubs and a bearded figure, set against a cloudy backdrop with a dove above her head. The scene represents a traditional Catholic theme.

Technique & Style

The artist employs chiaroscuro, a technique using strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of three-dimensional volume, to model the figures and objects in the composition.