Artwork
Virgin and Child Enthroned with Saint Benedict and a Bishop Saint
Virgin and Child Enthroned with Saint Benedict and a Bishop Saint is an unspecified painting by the Early Renaissance artist Apollonio di Giovanni. It dates from 1447 and is held in the collection of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Virgin and Child Enthroned with Saint Benedict and a Bishop Saint is a painting by Apollonio di Giovanni, created around 1447. It is a religious work held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the Virgin Mary seated on a throne with the Christ Child, flanked by Saint Benedict and a bishop saint, conveying a sense of reverence and grandeur.
Technique & Style
The scene is characterized by intricate details, such as the decorative archway and the figures' attire, including the Virgin's dark robe and pink undergarment, and the saints' distinctive robes and headwear.
Artist & collection
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