Madonna and Child with Saints Francis and Clare

Cima da Conegliano (Giovanni Battista Cima)

Created:
Movement:
1515
High Renaissance
key Notes:
Renaissance Devotional Imagery, Serene Composition
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Dimensions:
8 x 10 1/2 in. (20.3 x 26.7 cm)
medium:
Oil on wood
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Madonna and Child with Saints Francis and Clare by Giovanni Battista Cima da Conegliano

The painting "Madonna and Child with Saints Francis and Clare," created in 1515 by Giovanni Battista Cima da Conegliano, is an exemplary work of the Venetian Renaissance, showcasing the artist's mastery in the use of oil on wood. Cima da Conegliano is renowned for his serene and harmonious compositions, often depicting religious themes with a distinctive clarity and luminosity. This particular work reflects his ability to blend the sacred with the natural, as seen in the detailed landscape that serves as a backdrop to the holy figures. The inclusion of Saints Francis and Clare highlights the influence of Franciscan spirituality during the period, emphasizing themes of humility and devotion. Cima's work is significant for its contribution to the development of Venetian painting, particularly in its use of color and light, which would influence later artists in the region. Born in Conegliano, Cima's career flourished in Venice, where he became a pivotal figure in the transition from the Quattrocento to the High Renaissance style.

Description of the work:

Madonna and Child with Saints Francis and Clare

The painting "Madonna and Child with Saints Francis and Clare" by Giovanni Battista Cima da Conegliano, created in 1515, is an oil on wood artwork that exemplifies the Venetian Renaissance style with its serene composition and rich color palette. It depicts the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child, flanked by Saints Francis and Clare, showcasing the artist's skill in rendering religious figures with a sense of divine tranquility.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Madonna and Child with Saints Francis and Clare