1511
oil
panel
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Madonna and Child (Madonna della Seggiola) is a 1511 oil by Raphael, a High Renaissance work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This painting depicts a tender scene of a woman cradling a baby, with a young child peeking from behind. The woman's head is covered with a white cloth, and she wears a green dress with a red sash over her shoulder. The baby, dressed in yellow, is held close to her chest. The young child, clad in blue, looks on with interest. The figures are set against a dark background, which helps to emphasize their gentle expressions and interactions. The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of warmth and intimacy in the scene. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this beautiful painting, you might want to explore the works of Raphael.
Raphael was born Raffaello Sanzio in Urbino on April 6, 1483, the son of Giovanni Santi, a painter and poet attached to the ducal court.
See the richer artist pageYour cart is empty
Explore artworks →
