Artwork

The virgin in angelic glory with the blessing child

The virgin in angelic glory with the blessing child, by Vincenzo Pagani, paint, 1530
The virgin in angelic glory with the blessing child, by Vincenzo Pagani, paint, 1530

The virgin in angelic glory with the blessing child is a paint painting by the Mannerist artist Vincenzo Pagani. It dates from 1530 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

About this work

Overview

The Virgin in Angelic Glory with the Blessing Child is a 1530 religious painting by Vincenzo Pagani, currently housed at the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

Subject & Meaning

The painting portrays a serene scene of the Virgin Mary, clad in dark robes and veil, holding the infant Jesus as an angel bestows a blessing upon him, surrounded by a retinue of angels in varied poses.

Technique & Style

Pagani employs strong chiaroscuro, juxtaposing light and dark to create depth and draw focus to the central figures, set against a soft, cloud-like white background.

History & Provenance

Created in 1530, the work's provenance is documented up to its current location at the Gemäldegalerie Berlin, though specific ownership history prior to this is not detailed here.

Context

Typical of early 16th-century religious art, the painting reflects traditional depictions of sacred scenes, emphasizing devotion through composition and lighting.

Legacy

While specific influence or notable receptions of this work are not highlighted, it remains a characteristic example of its era's religious painting traditions.

Artist & collection

Artist

Vincenzo Pagani

Vincenzo Pagani (1490–1568) was an artist, born in Monterubbiano.

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