Virgin and Child
1850
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1850
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Virgin and Child is a 1850 by Francesco Rosaspina, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This black-and-white print shows a group of five figures in a dimly lit scene. A woman holds a baby while another woman kneels beside her, reaching out. Two older men stand nearby—one with a beard and a staff, the other with a pointed hat. The background has trees and a dark sky, but the focus stays on the figures’ faces and flowing robes. The title at the bottom reads *"St. Marguerite et la Vierge"*, hinting this might be a religious story. The artist used deep shadows and light to shape the figures, making them stand out. Look up chiaroscuro to see how this dramatic lighting works.
The print on paper depicts the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child, accompanied by Saint Margaret and two other saints, and is based on a composition by Parmigianino.
Read the full account in the museum source.
Francesco Rosaspina (1762–1841) was an artist.
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