Virgin and Child

Bernardino Fasolo

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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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Virgin and Child by Bernardino Fasolo

The painting titled Virgin and Child by Bernardino Fasolo is an exquisite example of Renaissance art, created using oil on panel. Fasolo, an Italian painter active during the early 16th century, was known for his religious compositions and portraits. His work often reflects the influence of his father, Giovanni Antonio Fasolo, and the broader Lombard artistic traditions. The Virgin and Child exemplifies Fasolo's skill in rendering delicate expressions and intricate details, contributing to the devotional and intimate nature of the piece. Although the exact date of creation is unknown, the painting remains significant for its representation of Marian iconography during the Renaissance period. Fasolo's contributions to art are appreciated for their technical proficiency and the serene beauty characteristic of his religious subjects.

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Virgin and Child by Bernardino Fasolo

The painting "Virgin and Child" by Bernardino Fasolo, executed in oil on panel, exemplifies the Renaissance style with its emphasis on naturalism and delicate attention to detail. The artwork depicts the serene and intimate 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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Virgin and Child