Artwork
madonna col bambino
madonna col bambino is an unspecified painting by the Early Renaissance artist Bartolomeo Vivarini. It is held in the collection of the Galleria Borghese.
About this work
Overview
This painting, created around 1500, is a representation of the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child by Bartolomeo Vivarini, an Italian artist associated with the Venetian Renaissance.
Subject & Meaning
The work depicts the Virgin Mary seated on a bench, holding the Christ Child, who stands on her lap. The scene is a devotional representation, characteristic of Vivarini's oeuvre, conveying a sense of serenity and intimacy.
Technique & Style
The painting showcases Vivarini's skill in rendering intricate details, such as the Virgin's cloak and the Christ Child's cloth. The use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, highlighting the figures against a dark background.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held in the Galleria Borghese. Although Vivarini was active between 1450 and 1499, this work is dated to around 1500, suggesting it may have been completed by another artist or is a later attribution.
Artist & collection
Artist
Bartolomeo or Bartolommeo Vivarini (c. 1432 – c. 1499) was an Italian Renaissance painter, known to have worked from 1450 to 1499.
