Saint Anne with the Virgin and Child

Unknown

Created:
Movement:
1483
Renaissance
key Notes:
Renaissance religious iconography, familial tenderness
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Dimensions:
15 ft. 4 in. × 11 ft. 1 in. (467.4 × 337.8 cm)
medium:
Oil and gold on wood (pine?)
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"Saint Anne with the Virgin and Child," created in 1483 by an unknown artist, depicts Saint Anne, the mother of the Virgin Mary, alongside the Virgin and the Christ Child, emphasizing the theme of maternal lineage in Christian iconography. The painting is characterized by its use of vibrant colors and detailed expressions, typical of late Gothic art, though specific details about its provenance and the artist remain unknown.

Description of the work:

"Saint Anne with the Virgin and Child," created in 1483, features a composition that highlights the intimate relationship between the figures of Saint Anne, the Virgin Mary, and the Christ Child, rendered with a rich palette of oil and gold on wood. The use of gold leaf enhances the luminosity of the figures, while the detailed drapery and facial expressions convey a sense of tenderness and maternal connection.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Saint Anne with the Virgin and Child