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Maica Domnului cu Pruncul, by Unknown, 1850

Maica Domnului cu Pruncul

Unknown

1850

From the collection of "Dimitrie Gusti" National Village Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

Maica Domnului cu Pruncul is a 1850 by Unknown, depicting Semicircular, held at "Dimitrie Gusti" National Village Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1850
Where can I see it?
"Dimitrie Gusti" National Village Museum

About this work

This painting shows a woman holding a small child. Both have golden halos around their heads. The woman wears a red robe with gold trim and a dark blue veil. The child is dressed in blue and holds the woman’s hand. Around them, angels with white wings float in the background, holding flowers and musical instruments. The woman’s face is simple and calm, with a serious but gentle look. The colors are bright, especially the red and gold, which stand out against the dark background. The angels and flowers add a sense of peace and celebration. If you like this style, look up cross-hatching to see how artists create depth with lines.

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