Madonna lactans
1400
paint
From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Berlin
1400
paint
From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Berlin
This painting shows a woman in a blue robe with gold trim, holding a baby. The woman's head is covered, and she is looking down at the baby. The baby is wrapped in a red cloth and is holding its right hand to its mouth. The woman's robe is decorated with intricate gold patterns, and the background of the painting is a warm, golden color. The overall effect is one of serenity and devotion. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to look up the technique of sfumato.
