Madonna crowned by angels

Master of the Embroidered Foliage

1400

oil

From the collection of Groeningemuseum

northern_renaissance Renaissance Religious

About this work

This painting depicts the Virgin Mary, seated and holding a baby Jesus. She wears a long red dress with intricate gold patterns, and her hair is braided and covered. Two angels hover above her, one on each side, holding a golden crown. The scene is set against a backdrop of lush greenery, with trees and flowers visible in the distance. The overall mood is one of serenity and devotion. The level of detail in the painting suggests a high level of skill and craftsmanship. To learn more about the artist's technique, look up the use of glazing in oil painting.