Who painted Virgin and Child?

Virgin and Child was painted by Fiorenzo di Lorenzo in 1500.

Where can I see Virgin and Child?

Virgin and Child is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Virgin and Child?

Virgin and Child is associated with Early Renaissance.

Artwork

Virgin and Child

Fiorenzo di Lorenzo , 1500

Virgin and Child is an unspecified painting by the Early Renaissance artist Fiorenzo di Lorenzo. It dates from 1500 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Virgin and Child, a religious painting by Fiorenzo di Lorenzo, dates to circa 1500 and is part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene scene of the Virgin Mary holding the infant Jesus. Mary's modesty is conveyed through her covered head and downward gaze, while Jesus' gentle touch to her face suggests intimacy and affection.

Technique & Style

Characterized by muted colors, the work features a predominantly blue and red palette with accents of gold. The detailed, central figures contrast with a less intricate, gilded background adorned with green foliage and flowers.

History & Provenance

Created around 1500, the painting's history prior to its acquisition by The Cleveland Museum of Art is not detailed here.

Context

Emerging from the early Renaissance, this piece reflects the period's religious themes and artistic tendencies, such as the use of symbolism through color (e.g., blue for virginity) and the emphasis on the emotional connection between the Virgin and Child.

Legacy

As a work by Fiorenzo di Lorenzo, it contributes to the understanding of early Renaissance art, particularly in its representation of a common religious subject with subtle, personal expression.

Artist & collection

Artist

Fiorenzo di Lorenzo

Fiorenzo di Lorenzo was an Italian painter, of the Umbrian school. He lived and worked at Perugia, where most of his authentic works are still preserved in the Galleria Nazionale dell'Umbria.