Who painted Maria mit dem segnenden Kind?

Maria mit dem segnenden Kind was painted by Q133495914 in 1516.

Where can I see Maria mit dem segnenden Kind?

Maria mit dem segnenden Kind is held by Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

What movement is Maria mit dem segnenden Kind?

Maria mit dem segnenden Kind is associated with High Renaissance.

Artwork

Maria mit dem segnenden Kind

Q133495914 , 1516

Maria mit dem segnenden Kind is an unspecified painting by the High Renaissance artist Q133495914. It dates from 1516 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin. The work portrays the Virgin Mary seated upon a stone ledge, cradling the infant Jesus.

About this work

Overview

The work portrays the Virgin Mary seated upon a stone ledge, cradling the infant Jesus. Mary wears a red robe over a blue skirt and a white veil, while the child is unclothed except for a red sash around his waist. Behind them a verdant landscape unfolds, with trees, gentle hills and a body of water, all framed by an ornate gold border.

Subject & Meaning

The intimate composition emphasizes the maternal bond, with Mary’s calm demeanor and the infant’s tender pose suggesting both humanity and divinity. Symbolic elements include a small white cloth and a staff at their feet, and a red cross positioned behind the child, alluding to Christian themes of sacrifice and redemption.

Technique & Style

The painter employs chiaroscuro, contrasting light and shadow to model the figures and give them a three‑dimensional presence. The careful modulation of tone enhances the sense of depth, while the vivid reds and blues of the garments draw the eye to the central figures against the softer landscape.

Context

The piece reflects the devotional imagery common in late medieval and early Renaissance art, where the Virgin and Child were frequently depicted in intimate, domestic settings. The gold framing and decorative corner motifs align with contemporary practices for religious paintings intended for private contemplation.