Created:
Movement:
1490
Renaissance
key Notes:
Renaissance Devotional Imagery, Tender Maternal Interaction
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Dimensions:
Diameter 36 in. (91.4 cm)
medium:
Tempera on wood
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Madonna Adoring the Child by Lorenzo di Credi

"Madonna Adoring the Child", created in 1490 by Lorenzo di Credi, is a notable example of Renaissance art executed in tempera on wood. Lorenzo di Credi, an Italian painter from Florence, was a prominent figure in the late 15th century, known for his meticulous technique and harmonious compositions. This painting exemplifies his skill in rendering delicate expressions and intricate details, characteristic of the High Renaissance style. Lorenzo was a pupil of Andrea del Verrocchio and shared his workshop with Leonardo da Vinci, which significantly influenced his artistic development. The work reflects the religious devotion of the period, capturing the tender interaction between the Madonna and the Christ Child. Lorenzo di Credi's contributions to art are significant for their blend of technical precision and serene beauty, which continue to be studied and admired in art historical contexts.

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Madonna Adoring the Child by Lorenzo di Credi

The painting "Madonna Adoring the Child," created by Lorenzo di Credi in 1490, exemplifies the delicate and serene style of the Italian Renaissance, depicting the Virgin Mary in a moment of tender adoration towards the Christ Child. Executed in tempera on wood, this work is notable for its meticulous attention to detail and harmonious composition, characteristic of Credi's oeuvre.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Madonna Adoring the Child