Who painted Madonna and Child in a Glory Standing on a Crescent Moon?

Madonna and Child in a Glory Standing on a Crescent Moon was painted by German 15th Century in 1475.

Where can I see Madonna and Child in a Glory Standing on a Crescent Moon?

Madonna and Child in a Glory Standing on a Crescent Moon is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Madonna and Child in a Glory Standing on a Crescent Moon?

Madonna and Child in a Glory Standing on a Crescent Moon is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

Madonna and Child in a Glory Standing on a Crescent Moon

German 15th Century , 1475

Madonna and Child in a Glory Standing on a Crescent Moon is an ink print by the Renaissance artist German 15th Century. It dates from 1475 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. This woodcut on vellum, hand-colored in various hues, depicts a revered scene.

About this work

Overview

This woodcut on vellum, hand-colored in various hues, depicts a revered scene. The artwork is characterized by its use of simple yet vibrant colors and a distinctive gold border.

Subject & Meaning

The image shows a woman, likely the Madonna, holding a child, presumably the Christ child, floating above a tree with twisted branches. Both figures have halos, and they stand on a crescent moon, symbolizing their divine status.

Technique & Style

The artwork is a woodcut, a technique involving the carving of a design into a wooden block. The use of vellum and hand-coloring in peach, blue, gray, green, and gold adds to its distinctive style. The tree's depiction as tangled roots is unusual for this type of scene.