Artwork
The Virgin of the Immaculate Conception
The Virgin of the Immaculate Conception is an oil painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Francisco Ignacio Ruiz de la Iglesia. It dates from 1692 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
About this work
Overview
The Virgin of the Immaculate Conception is an oil painting created by Francisco Ignacio Ruiz de la Iglesia in 1692. It is part of the collection at the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the Virgin Mary standing on a cloud, surrounded by cherubs, in a representation of the Immaculate Conception. She is shown with her hands clasped together, her eyes cast downward, conveying a serene and contemplative mood.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and dimension in the painting, with light and shadow skillfully employed to model the figures. The Virgin's attire and the surrounding cherubs are rendered in detail, with a focus on capturing texture and atmosphere.
Artist & collection
Artist
Francisco Ignacio Ruiz de la Iglesia
Francisco Ignacio Ruiz de la Iglesia (1649–1704) was an artist, born in Madrid.
