Artwork

Mary with the child

Mary with the child, by Unknown, paint, 1500
Mary with the child, by Unknown, paint, 1500

Mary with the child is a paint painting by the High Renaissance artist Unknown. It dates from 1500 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

About this work

Overview

A painting titled 'Mary with the child' depicts a tender scene between a woman and a child.

Subject & Meaning

The woman, dressed in a flowing robe, holds the curly-haired child in a gentle embrace, as the child reaches up to touch her clothing. The scene is likely a representation of the Virgin Mary with the Christ child.

Technique & Style

The artist employs chiaroscuro to create depth and dimensionality, with a subtle play of light and shadow against a backdrop of columns and arches.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known

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