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The Virgin (recto), by Unknown, unspecified, 1660

The Virgin (recto)

Unknown

1660

unspecified

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

The Virgin (recto) is a 1660 unspecified by Unknown, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1660 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting is a portrait of the Virgin Mary, depicted in a blue robe with a white head covering. The Virgin's face is framed by a golden halo, and her eyes are cast downward. Her attire is rendered in muted colors, with a red dress visible underneath the blue robe. The painting is executed in an unknown medium, but its style and composition evoke the Baroque movement. The use of chiaroscuro, impasto, and sfumato techniques creates a sense of depth and volume in the image. The painting is held at the Cleveland Museum of Art, where it can be viewed by visitors. To learn more about this style of painting, explore the works of artists associated with the Baroque movement.

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