The Madonna and Child
Fra BartolomeoSquare · Public domain
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Provenance and rights
- Rights
- Public domain (artist died 1517)
Specifications
- Nationality / school
- Italian
- Lifespan
- 1472–1517
About the artwork
"The Madonna and Child" is an artwork by Fra Bartolomeo. The catalogue places it in Religion. The format is square. 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.
"The Madonna and Child" is shown in the onlly.art catalogue for reference and browsing. A square format is flexible and works well on its own or as part of a grid on a gallery wall. 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
Italian, 1472–1517
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