Artwork

Infant in swaddles

Infant in swaddles, by Unknown, oil, 1750
Infant in swaddles, by Unknown, oil, 1750

Infant in swaddles is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Unknown. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the National Museum in Warsaw.

About this work

Overview

The painting 'Infant in swaddles' is an oil painting depicting a baby wrapped in ornate swaddles.

Subject & Meaning

The baby lies on a red pillow on an ornate white surface, surrounded by a dark background with a green curtain and a source of golden light. The serene atmosphere suggests a peaceful scene, potentially conveying a sense of innocence or vulnerability.

Technique & Style

The artist has used oil paint to capture intricate details, such as the gold stripes and bows on the swaddles, and the ornate surface beneath the pillow. The contrast between the dark background and the golden light creates a sense of depth and highlights the baby.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known