Virgin and Child with Infant Saint John the Baptist

Created:
Movement:
unknown
Renaissance
key Notes:
Tender maternal bond, Early Renaissance composition.
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Dimensions:
medium:
Oil on panel
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

"Virgin and Child with Infant Saint John the Baptist," attributed to Pseudo Pier Francesco Fiorentino, exemplifies the early Renaissance style characterized by its delicate figures and serene composition. The painting, likely created in the late 15th century, reflects the influence of Florentine art and the devotional practices of the time, emphasizing the intimate relationship between the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child, alongside the prophetic figure of Saint John the Baptist.

Description of the work:

"Virgin and Child with Infant Saint John the Baptist," attributed to Pseudo Pier Francesco Fiorentino, features a serene composition centered on the Virgin Mary, who holds the Christ Child in her left arm while gesturing towards the infant Saint John the Baptist with her right hand. The painting is characterized by its rich color palette, delicate rendering of figures, and the use of soft, flowing lines that enhance the emotional intimacy of the scene.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Virgin and Child with Infant Saint John the Baptist