Artwork
Virgin and Child Enthroned with Saint Anne
Virgin and Child Enthroned with Saint Anne is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Master NA.DAT with the Mousetrap. It dates from 1512 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Virgin and Child Enthroned with Saint Anne is an engraving created by Master NA.DAT with the Mousetrap around 1512.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts the Virgin Mary and Christ child enthroned with Saint Anne, surrounded by architectural elements and narrative scenes in the background. The scene is rich in detail, with text incorporated into the composition.
Technique & Style
The artist achieved shading and depth through cross-hatching, capturing intricate textures such as the folds in the Virgin's robes and the stone columns.
Context
This work is associated with the Renaissance movement, a period that saw a resurgence in detailed and realistic artistic representations.
Artist & collection
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