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Renaissance
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Tender maternal bond, Renaissance devotional imagery.
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Oil on panel
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Master
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The Virgin and Child by Antonio del Massaro da Viterbo, Called Pastura

The Virgin and Child by Antonio del Massaro da Viterbo, known as Pastura, is an exemplary work of the Italian Renaissance, executed in oil on panel. The painting reflects the artist's adherence to the stylistic elements of the period, characterized by its delicate rendering of figures and attention to detail. Pastura, active during the late 15th and early 16th centuries, was influenced by the Umbrian school, particularly by the works of Perugino and Pinturicchio. His contributions to religious art are significant, as they embody the transition from medieval to Renaissance aesthetics. Although specific details about the painting's creation date remain unknown, it is a testament to Pastura's skill in capturing the serene and divine nature of religious subjects. The work holds historical importance as it contributes to the understanding of regional variations in Renaissance art across Italy.

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The Virgin and Child by Antonio del Massaro da Viterbo

The painting "The Virgin and Child" by Antonio del Massaro da Viterbo, also known as Pastura, is executed in oil on panel, showcasing the artist's adherence to the Italian Renaissance style characterized by its detailed realism and harmonious composition. The artwork depicts the serene and tender relationship between the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child, a common subject in religious art of the period.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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The Virgin and Child