Artwork
Madonna della Sedia
Madonna della Sedia is a print by Giovanni Della Bella. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Madonna della Sedia is a print based on a painting of the same name. It reproduces a tender scene of the Madonna with the baby and a cherub.
Subject & Meaning
The scene depicts the Madonna, dressed in a robe and head covering, holding the baby, who looks up at her. A cherub on the right side gazes at the pair, conveying devotion. The Madonna's downward gaze creates a sense of intimacy.
Technique & Style
The print is characterized by soft lines and gentle facial expressions, rendered in a classical style. The figures' subtle interactions are conveyed through their gazes and poses.
History & Provenance
The print was executed by Giovanni Della Bella after an earlier engraving by Raffaello Morghen, with Della Bella himself working on the first plate.
Artist & collection
Artist
Italian printmaker who made black-and-white etchings of religious scenes in the 19th century.
