Artwork
The Virgin Mary, Infant Jesus and an Angel
The Virgin Mary, Infant Jesus and an Angel is an unspecified painting by the Northern Renaissance artist o Português Eduardo. It dates from 1501 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Ancient Art.
About this work
Overview
The Virgin Mary, Infant Jesus and an Angel is a 1501 religious painting by Eduardo o Português, featuring the titular figures in an intimate indoor scene with a landscape background.
Subject & Meaning
The painting portrays the Virgin Mary seated in a long white dress, holding the Infant Jesus, while an angel stands to her left, interacting with the child. This composition conveys a moment of tender devotion.
Technique & Style
Characterized by warm colors and soft lighting, the work evokes intimacy and serenity. Notable details include the intricate folds of Mary's dress and the angel's delicate facial features, suggesting the artist's meticulous attention to detail.
History & Provenance
Created in 1501, the painting is currently part of the collection at the National Museum of Ancient Art.
Context
The painting's stylistic elements, such as the use of soft lighting for depth and emotional resonance, relate to techniques like sfumato, common in early 16th-century European religious art.
Legacy
While specific lasting impacts of this work are not detailed, it remains a representative example of early 16th-century Portuguese religious painting, offering insights into the artistic and devotional practices of its time.
Artist & collection
Artist
This early 1500s Portuguese painter made small religious panels meant for private prayer.
