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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Madonna and Child Enthroned is a 1466 ink by Master E.S., a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving depicts the Madonna and Child Enthroned, a serene scene of devotion. The Madonna sits on a throne, cradling the Christ child in her lap. She wears a flowing robe and a crown, while the child is nude except for a cloth draped over his left shoulder. The throne is ornate, with intricate carvings and a canopy above. The background of the engraving is simple, with a few lines suggesting a distant landscape. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, inviting the viewer to reflect on the sacred moment depicted. For more works like this, explore the Renaissance movement.
Master E. S. (c. 1420 – c. 1468; previously known as the Master of 1466) is an unidentified German engraver, goldsmith, and printmaker of the late Gothic period. He was the first major German artist of old master prints…
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