Saint Dominic Receiving the Rosary from the Virgin Mary
1700
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
1700
oil
From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum
This painting shows a serene scene with the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child. Mary is dressed in blue and red robes, while the Christ Child is naked. To their right, Saint Dominic kneels, wearing a white robe under a dark cloak. He reaches out to receive a rosary from Mary. In the background, a putto and an angel are visible, set against a cloudy sky with trees. The painting's use of color and composition creates a sense of calm and devotion. The figures are arranged in a harmonious balance, drawing the viewer's eye to the central moment of Saint Dominic receiving the rosary. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the paintings of Pier Leone Ghezzi.
