Madonna and Child with Angels
Hans MemlingPortrait · Public domain
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Provenance and rights
- Rights
- Public domain (artist died 1494)
Specifications
- Nationality / school
- German
- Lifespan
- 1430–1494
About the artwork
"Madonna and Child with Angels" is an artwork by Hans Memling. It is listed in the Religion collection. The image is in portrait orientation. Religion, a short history: Christian art follows long-established iconography, such as the Madonna and Child, the Annunciation, and the Crucifixion. Buddhist painting, Hindu devotional imagery, and Islamic calligraphy and ornament each have conventions of their own.
"Madonna and Child with Angels" is shown in the onlly.art catalogue for reference and browsing. A portrait format suits narrow wall spaces, hallways, and the area beside a door or window. Religious subjects rely on symbolism, gesture, and layered painterly drama, so they tend to read best in calm and composed interiors. Browsing works by the same artist, or from the same period, is a good way to compare styles before choosing what suits your space.
About the artist
German, 1430–1494
If you like the visual language of Hans Memling, explore more works by the same artist in our collection.
