The Madonna of the Goldfinch

Raphael

Created:
Movement:
1505
High Renaissance
key Notes:
Renaissance harmony; Symbolic goldfinch.
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Dimensions:
107 cm × 77 cm
medium:
Oil on panel
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The Madonna of the Goldfinch by Raphael

The Madonna of the Goldfinch, created by Raphael in 1505, is an exemplary work of the High Renaissance, showcasing the artist's mastery in composition and use of color. This painting, executed in oil on panel, depicts the Virgin Mary with the Christ Child and John the Baptist, symbolizing innocence and the foretelling of Christ's Passion through the goldfinch. Raphael's ability to convey serene beauty and harmonious balance in his compositions significantly influenced the development of Western art. Born in Urbino in 1483, Raphael was a central figure of the Italian Renaissance, renowned for his contributions to religious and secular art. His works, including this painting, reflect a synthesis of the artistic innovations of his contemporaries, such as Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, while establishing his unique style. The painting is a testament to Raphael's skill in creating lifelike figures and his profound impact on the art of portraiture and religious imagery.

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The Madonna of the Goldfinch by Raphael

Created in 1505, Raphael's "The Madonna of the Goldfinch" is an oil on panel painting that exemplifies the High Renaissance style through its harmonious composition and use of perspective. The artwork, depicting the Virgin Mary with the Christ Child and St. John the Baptist, is housed in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence.

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The Madonna of the Goldfinch