Artwork
Virgin and Child
Virgin and Child is an oil painting by the High Renaissance artist Giovanni Bellini. It dates from 1490 and is held in the collection of the Louvre Abu Dhabi.
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Overview
Virgin and Child is a painting created by Giovanni Bellini around 1490 using oil paint. It is now part of the Louvre Abu Dhabi collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the Virgin Mary and the Christ child in a serene scene. Mary is shown with her hands clasped together, gazing downward at the child, who sits on her lap. The somber atmosphere conveys a sense of quiet contemplation and devotion.
Technique & Style
The work showcases Bellini's refined use of color and light, characteristic of the High Renaissance. A deep black background accentuates the figures, while Mary's red robe and green dress underneath add depth to the composition.
History & Provenance
Giovanni Bellini, a prominent Venetian painter, came from a family of artists and was related to Andrea Mantegna by marriage. His innovative style helped transform Venetian art.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Giovanni Bellini spent his life in Venice, where the city’s soft light and water shaped his view of the world.
