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Virgin of Guadalupe
Virgin of Guadalupe is an oil painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Manuel Arellano. It dates from 1696 and is held in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
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Overview
The Virgin of Guadalupe is an oil painting created by Manuel Arellano in 1696, currently held at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the Virgin Mary surrounded by a golden aura, with her hands clasped in prayer and a crown of stars on her head, standing on a crescent moon supported by an angel, conveying a sense of serenity and devotion.
Technique & Style
The work showcases the artist's use of chiaroscuro, employing strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of volume, and features a muted color palette dominated by shades of brown, gold, and white.
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