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Maica Domnului cu Pruncul Iisus în brațe

Maica Domnului cu Pruncul Iisus în brațe, by Unknown, 1850
Maica Domnului cu Pruncul Iisus în brațe, by Unknown, 1850

Maica Domnului cu Pruncul Iisus în brațe is a drawing by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the ASTRA National Museum Complex. The painting depicts a woman holding a child, both surrounded by golden halos against a dark blue background.

About this work

Overview

The painting depicts a woman holding a child, both surrounded by golden halos against a dark blue background.

Subject & Meaning

The figures are likely representations of the Virgin Mary and the infant Jesus, as suggested by their halos and the child's attire. The child holds a scroll or small book, symbolizing their future role.

Technique & Style

The painting features flat, bright colors with no shading, and the fabric of the woman's robe includes woven star shapes. The overall style is characterized by a lack of depth and a focus on symbolic representation.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known