Artwork
Le voeu à la madone
Le voeu à la madone is an oil painting by the Realist artist Jean-Claude Bonnefond. It dates from 1835 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon.
About this work
Overview
Le voeu à la madone is a 1835 oil painting by French artist Jean-Claude Bonnefond, known for his depictions of everyday life. The work is part of the Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon's collection.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows three women in a dimly lit, austere room, engaged in a devotional scene. The seated woman, barefoot and with a headcloth, is flanked by two standing figures in long dresses and head coverings, suggesting a moment of rural piety.
Technique & Style
Bonnefond's use of chiaroscuro creates a somber atmosphere, with a faint light source casting shadows and adding depth to the scene. The painting's realistic style reflects Bonnefond's Realist affiliations and the influence of his Italian travels.
Artist & collection
Artist
Claude Bonnefond, or Jean-Claude Bonnefond (French pronunciation: ; 27 March 1796, Lyon - 27 June 1860, Lyon) was a French painter and lithographer; noted for his portrayals of peasant life.
Estigmatización de Santa Catalina de Siena (copia)
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