The Madonna and Child with Saints

17th century

Venetian 17th Century

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This is a drawing of a group of people in various poses and interactions. The drawing features loosely sketched figures that appear to be gathered together, with some standing and others seated. The use of black ink on paper creates a dynamic arrangement of lines that gives a sense of movement and interaction among the figures. Several figures are marked with inscriptions, suggesting they might represent specific characters or ideas, though these inscriptions are not legible enough for interpretation. The details are minimal, focusing on the form and posture of the figures more than detailed features. The overall composition is quite sketch-like and possibly serves as a preliminary study for a more detailed work, focusing on capturing the essence and relationship between the figures.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and iron gall ink on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Joseph F. McCrindle Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 20.1 x 11.9 cm (7 15/16 x 4 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    2009.70.20


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Joseph F. McCrindle [1923-2008], New York; Joseph F. McCrindle Foundation, 2008; gift to NGA, 2009.

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Bibliography

2012

  • Grasselli, Margaret M., and Arthur K. Wheelock, Jr., eds. The McCrindle Gift: A Distinguished Collection of Drawings and Watercolors. Exh. cat. National Gallery of Art. Washington, 2012: 183 (color).

Inscriptions

by later hand, upper left in pen and brown ink: Maco[rni P.X. Giov. B.tta?]; by later hand, center right in pen and brown ink: S [Giorgio?] S [?]; by later hand, lower left in pen and brown ink: S [Elisabetta]; by later hand on mat, lower right in graphite: ITALIAN SCHOOL, 17th / Virgin + Child w Saints / Elizabetta, Giorgio, .... / Mc0607; by later hand on mat, lower right in graphite: A0564A

Wikidata ID

Q64633480

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