Artwork
Virgin and Child and Saint John the Baptist
Virgin and Child and Saint John the Baptist is an oil painting by the Northern Renaissance artist Master of the Bruges Legend of St. Ursula. It dates from 1494 and is held in the collection of the Julius Böhler AG.
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Overview
The Virgin and Child and Saint John the Baptist is a 1494 oil painting by the Master of the Bruges Legend of St. Ursula, a Flemish artist active in the 15th century.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child, accompanied by Saint John the Baptist, set against a backdrop featuring Bruges' Church of Notre-Dame. The scene is likely a representation of a sacred moment, with the figures connected through their attire and the surrounding imagery.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of oil paint and incorporation of Bruges' architectural landmarks into the background situate the work within the Northern Renaissance style. The painting's composition includes a smaller religious scene within a golden frame, adding depth to the overall image.
Context
The Master of the Bruges Legend of St. Ursula's work is characterized by the inclusion of Bruges' landmarks, linking his paintings to the city's artistic environment. The Virgin and Child and Saint John the Baptist fits into a broader tradition of depicting the Madonna and Child, a common theme in Renaissance art.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Master of the Bruges Legend of St. Ursula
The Master of the Legend of St. Ursula (1436–1505) was a Flemish painter active in the fifteenth century. His name is derived from a polyptych depicting scenes from the life of Saint Ursula painted for the convent of…
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