Artwork
Madonna and Child in a Garden between St. Barbara and st. Dorothy
Madonna and Child in a Garden between St. Barbara and st. Dorothy is a print by the Renaissance artist Master E.S.. It dates from 1458 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. This 1458 engraving, attributed to the monogrammist E.
About this work
Overview
This 1458 engraving, attributed to the monogrammist E. S., is a late Gothic German print featuring the Virgin Mary and Christ Child accompanied by St. Barbara and St. Dorothy. It exemplifies the artist's skill in fine linework and is held in the Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The composition centers on the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child within an enclosed garden, flanked by St. Barbara and St. Dorothy. The scene conveys a sense of serenity and peace, underscoring the sacred nature of the figures depicted.
Technique & Style
Rendered in detailed engraving, the work showcases the artist's mastery of fine linework and texture, characteristic of late Gothic style. The intricate folds in the figures' clothing and the garden's flora demonstrate a high level of craftsmanship.
History & Provenance
Created by the monogrammist E. S., an influential German printmaker and goldsmith active between 1450 and 1467, this engraving represents a significant work from the artist's oeuvre, contributing to the development of printmaking in the region.
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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