Virgin and Child with an Angel
1480
tempera
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
1480
tempera
From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago
The painting shows the Virgin Mary holding the baby Jesus, with an angel nearby. The artist made Mary's face very soft and gentle, which makes her look loving. This style of painting was typical of the time, but the way Botticelli did it was special. You can learn more about this style by looking into the work of artist: Sandro Botticelli.
