Artwork
The Virgin and Sleeping Christ Child
The Virgin and Sleeping Christ Child is an oil painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Unknown. It dates from 1527 and is held in the collection of the National Galleries Scotland.
About this work
Overview
The Virgin and Sleeping Christ Child is an oil painting depicting a serene scene of the Virgin Mary holding the Christ child.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows Mary seated outdoors, reading from a book with the sleeping Jesus on her lap, conveying a quiet, intimate moment between mother and child.
Technique & Style
The artist employs chiaroscuro, using strong contrasts of light and shadow to create a sense of depth and volume, with the figures emerging from a softly lit landscape.
Artist & collection
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