Artwork

Madonna and Child with Saint Anne in a Landscape

Madonna and Child with Saint Anne in a Landscape, by Leonardo da Vinci, oil, 1508
Madonna and Child with Saint Anne in a Landscape, by Leonardo da Vinci, oil, 1508

Madonna and Child with Saint Anne in a Landscape is an oil painting by the High Renaissance artist Leonardo da Vinci. It dates from 1508 and is held in the collection of the Hammer Museum.

About this work

Overview

This oil painting, Madonna and Child with Saint Anne in a Landscape, depicts a serene scene of three figures in a natural setting. Created in 1508, it is attributed to Leonardo da Vinci and is held at the Hammer Museum.

Subject & Meaning

The painting shows the Virgin Mary, Christ Child, and Saint Anne in a harmonious composition. The Christ Child reaches out to a lamb, symbolizing innocence and purity, while the figures' calm expressions convey a sense of tranquility.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of color and composition creates a sense of balance and harmony. The figures are set against a mountainous landscape with trees and a body of water, rendered in a style characteristic of Leonardo da Vinci's work.

Artist & collection

Hammer Museum

Museum

Hammer Museum

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