Artwork
Madonna and Child
Madonna and Child is an oil painting by the Mannerist artist Ridolfo del Ghirlandaio. It dates from 1525 and is held in the collection of the Walters Art Museum.
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Overview
Madonna and Child is a 1525 oil painting by Ridolfo del Ghirlandaio, an Italian Renaissance artist.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a tender moment between the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child, who sits on her lap and reaches out to touch her face. The scene is set against a serene landscape with rolling hills and distant buildings.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth, drawing attention to the intimate interaction between the figures. The work is associated with the Mannerist movement.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Walters Art Museum collection. Ridolfo del Ghirlandaio, the artist, was active primarily in Florence and was the son of Domenico Ghirlandaio.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Ridolfo di Domenico Bigordi, better known as Ridolfo Ghirlandaio (14 February 1483 – 6 June 1561) was an Italian Renaissance painter active mainly in Florence. He was the son of Domenico Ghirlandaio.
