Madonna and Child with Saint John of Nepomuk

Madonna and Child with Saint John of Nepomuk

Sebastiano Conca

1730

unspecified

From the collection of Galleria Borghese

About this work

This painting depicts a serene scene of the Madonna and Child surrounded by angels and saints. The Madonna is seated on a cloud, cradling the Christ Child in her lap. Saint John of Nepomuk kneels before them, his hands clasped in prayer. The background features a subtle landscape with buildings and a blue sky. The artist's use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye to the central figures. The colors are muted, with soft pastels dominating the palette. This painting is held at the Galleria Borghese.

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