Artwork
Madonna in the grotto
Madonna in the grotto is a paint painting by the Mannerist artist Bernardino de' Conti. It dates from 1522 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
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Overview
The painting 'Madonna in the grotto' is a religious work created by Bernardino de' Conti in 1522. It is an oil painting currently held at the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the Virgin Mary seated in a cave-like setting with a halo, dressed in a dark robe, holding a book and reaching out. She is accompanied by two embracing infants, likely the Christ child and John the Baptist, conveying a sense of serenity and devotion.
Technique & Style
De' Conti's work is characteristic of the Mannerist period, with the painting featuring a detailed, naturalistic representation of the figures and their surroundings, including a rocky landscape with vegetation.
History & Provenance
Created in 1522 by Bernardino de' Conti, an Italian painter active during the Renaissance and known for his portraits and religious scenes, 'Madonna in the grotto' is now part of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin's collection.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Bernardino de 'Conti (di Conti or dei Conti) was an Italian Renaissance painter, born in 1465 in Castelseprio and died around 1525.
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