Virgin and Child with St John the Baptist

Virgin and Child with St John the Baptist

Pinturicchio

1496

unspecified

From the collection of Fitzwilliam Museum

About this work

This painting depicts the Virgin Mary and the infant Jesus, with St John the Baptist kneeling beside them. The Virgin is dressed in a red robe with a black cloak, while the infant Jesus wears a yellow robe. St John the Baptist is clad in a red robe, holding a staff in his right hand. The background features a serene landscape with trees and a distant mountain range. The artist has used a range of colors to create a sense of depth and atmosphere in the painting. The Virgin's red robe stands out against the more subdued tones of the background, while the infant Jesus's yellow robe adds a touch of warmth to the scene. The painting is a beautiful example of Renaissance art, and it can be found at the Fitzwilliam Museum.

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