Artwork
Madonna enthroned with the sleeping child and four saints
Madonna enthroned with the sleeping child and four saints is an unspecified painting by the Early Renaissance artist Ercole de' Roberti. It dates from 1490 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
About this work
Overview
Madonna enthroned with the sleeping child and four saints is a 1490 religious painting by Ercole de'Roberti, currently housed at the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the Madonna seated on a throne with the sleeping Christ child on her lap, accompanied by four saints, angels, and a lion, conveying an atmosphere of serenity and devotion within a sacred, ornate setting.
Technique & Style
The work employs chiaroscuro to create depth and volume, guiding the viewer's focus towards the central figures through strategic light and shadow.
History & Provenance
Created in 1490 by Ercole de'Roberti, the painting's provenance is traced to its current location at the Gemäldegalerie Berlin, though specific ownership history before this is not detailed here.
Context
The painting reflects the artistic and religious sensibilities of its time, blending religious reverence with Renaissance compositional elements such as arches and columns.
Legacy
While specific influences or notable reproductions are not highlighted, the painting remains a notable example of late 15th-century religious art, showcasing de'Roberti's skill in capturing serene religious scenes.
Artist & collection
Artist
Ercole de' Roberti was born in Ferrara around 1450 and trained under the painters Cosmè Tura and Francesco del Cossa, with whom he collaborated on frescoes at the Palazzo Schifanoia in 1470.
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