Artwork
Virgin and Child enthroned with Angels
Virgin and Child enthroned with Angels is an unspecified painting by the Early Renaissance artist Giorgio Schiavone. It dates from 1458 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
About this work
Overview
Virgin and Child enthroned with Angels is a 1458 Renaissance painting by Giorgio Schiavone, a prominent Venetian Renaissance artist of Dalmatian origin. The work is characterized by its serene depiction of the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child surrounded by attendant figures, set against a classically inspired architectural background.
Subject & Meaning
The painting centers on the Virgin Mary, dressed in red, holding the barefoot Christ Child. Her calm demeanor contrasts with the Child's engaged gaze towards her. Two smaller figures are positioned behind: one winged (likely an angel) and another in gold attire, whose role is less defined. This composition reflects a traditional religious theme with a restrained, intimate approach.
Technique & Style
Schiavone's technique in this work blends Dalmatian and northern Italian Renaissance influences. The use of an arched frame with columns and a cloudy sky behind the main subjects indicates an early Renaissance interest in spatial depth and classical motifs. The color palette, featuring prominent reds and golds, adds to the work's devotional ambiance.
History & Provenance
Created in 1458, the painting is attributed to Schiavone's early career, marking him as a significant figure in 15th-century Croatian art active in Italy. The work is currently part of the collection at the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
Artist & collection
Artist
Juraj Ćulinović (Italian: Giorgio Schiavone; Latin: Georgius Dalmaticus; 1433/1436 – 6 December 1504) was a Venetian Renaissance painter, active in North Italy and Dalmatia.
