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Madonna with child
Madonna with child is an oil painting by the High Renaissance artist Parmigianino. It dates from 1525 and is held in the collection of the Uffizi Gallery. This oil painting, created in 1525, is a representation of the Madonna and Child.
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Overview
This oil painting, created in 1525, is a representation of the Madonna and Child. It is a work from the High Renaissance period, exemplifying the era's artistic values.
Subject & Meaning
The scene depicts the Virgin Mary seated with the Christ Child on her lap, accompanied by a youthful attendant. Mary's calm demeanor and delicate hands contrast with the child's energetic interaction with a white bird, symbolizing innocence and divine presence.
Technique & Style
The artist employs chiaroscuro, using strong contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of depth. The figures are characterized by elongated forms and refined features, hallmarks of the artist's Mannerist style.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held in the Uffizi Gallery. Created by Parmigianino, a painter from Parma known for his elegant and sensual representations, it reflects the artistic innovations of its time.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Girolamo Francesco Maria Mazzola (11 January 1503 – 24 August 1540), also known as Francesco Mazzola or, more commonly, as Parmigianino (UK: , US: , Italian: ; "the little one from Parma"), was an Italian Mannerist…
