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The Birth of the Virgin Mary, by Master of the Ashmolean Predella, unspecified, 1367

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Overview

The Birth of the Virgin Mary is a 1367 unspecified by Master of the Ashmolean Predella, a Byzantine icon painting work, held at Ashmolean Museum.

When & what style?
1367 · Byzantine icon painting
Where can I see it?
Ashmolean Museum

About this work

This painting, titled The Birth of the Virgin Mary, depicts a scene of women gathered around a newborn baby. The baby is being held by a woman in a yellow dress, while another woman in a white dress kneels beside her. In the background, a woman lies in a bed, and two other women stand nearby. The painting features a range of colors, including red, blue, and gold, which add to its visual appeal. The women in the scene are dressed in traditional clothing, which suggests that the painting is set in a historical or religious context. The Birth of the Virgin Mary is a beautiful and intricate painting that showcases the artist's skill and attention to detail. To learn more about the artist behind this work, look up Master of the Ashmolean Predella.

About the artist

Portrait of Master of the Ashmolean Predella
Artist

Master of the Ashmolean Predella

Master of the Ashmolean Predella (1301–1395) was an artist, born in Florence.

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