Artwork
Maria mit dem Jesuskind
Maria mit dem Jesuskind is an unspecified painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Giulio Cesare Procaccini. It dates from 1594 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Maria mit dem Jesuskind is a 1594 painting by Giulio Cesare Procaccini, an Italian artist active in Milan during the early Baroque period. The work is part of the Alte Pinakothek's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene family scene, with a baby at its center, flanked by two adults. The figures, dressed in robes, convey a sense of tenderness and intimacy, reflecting the artist's interpretation of a sacred theme.
Technique & Style
Procaccini's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing attention to the central figure. The contrast between light and dark adds warmth to the scene, characteristic of the artist's skillful handling of light and shadow.
Context
The painting reflects the influence of Counter-Reformation art and the patronage of Cardinal Federico Borromeo, a prominent figure in Milanese cultural life. Procaccini worked alongside other artists of the Milanese school, including Giovanni Battista Crespi and Pier Francesco Mazzucchelli.
Artist & collection
Artist
Giulio Cesare Procaccini (30 May 1574 – 14 November 1625) was an Italian painter and sculptor of the early Baroque era in Milan.
