Artwork
The Virgin with the Child under an arch
The Virgin with the Child under an arch is a print by the Renaissance artist Hans Burgkmair the Elder. It dates from 1508 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Virgin with the Child under an arch is a 1508 print by Hans Burgkmair, currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts the Virgin Mary holding the Christ child, set against an arched wall adorned with small framed scenes. The Virgin wears a head covering and loose robe, her hands gently placed on the child.
Technique & Style
The artist employed simple lines to convey texture, capturing folds in fabric and the child's soft skin. The background, resembling a plain wall with decorative panels, has a stage-like quality.
Artist & collection
Artist
Hans Burgkmair the Elder (1473–1531) was a German artist, born in Augsburg.
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