Artwork
Madonna and Child Enthroned
Madonna and Child Enthroned is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Master E.S.. It dates from 1466 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Madonna and Child Enthroned is an engraving on laid paper created by Master E. S., a German engraver and goldsmith, around 1466.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts the Virgin Mary seated on an ornate throne, holding the Christ Child, conveying a serene scene of devotion. The Madonna wears a flowing robe and crown, while the child is nude with a cloth draped over his shoulder.
Technique & Style
The engraving features intricate carvings on the throne and a simple background with a few lines suggesting a distant landscape, creating an atmosphere of quiet contemplation.
History & Provenance
Master E. S., active from circa 1420 to 1468, was a significant figure in the development of old master prints, notable for being one of the first printmakers to sign his work with initials.
Artist & collection
Artist
Master E. S. (c. 1420 – c. 1468; previously known as the Master of 1466) is an unidentified German engraver, goldsmith, and printmaker of the late Gothic period. He was the first major German artist of old master prints…
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