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Coronation of the Virgin

Cornelis Schut I

1626

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Baroque Allegory

Dominant colour

Coronation of the Virgin is a 1626 ink by Cornelis Schut I, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Cornelis Schut I
When & what style?: 1626 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image shows a detailed etching of a religious scene. In the center, a woman sits on a cloud, looking up. Two figures, possibly angels, surround her. One holds a crown above her head, and the other holds a scepter. The background is a circle with rays of light and a bird flying above. The etching is done in black ink on a light brown background. The scene is full of movement and energy, with the figures and clouds swirling around the central woman. The use of light and shadow adds depth and dimension to the image. The overall effect is one of drama and emotion, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figure. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Renaissance movement.