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The Virgin and Child

Simone Cantarini

Associated Names

Simone Cantarini

Artist, Pesarese, 1612 - 1648

The image shows the upper bodies of a woman and a baby seated together against a backdrop of clouds and cherubic figures. The woman is wearing draped clothing and embraces the baby. Her facial features are delicate, with wavy hair framed by radiant lines. The baby is surrounded by similar rays and faces to the right. Three cherubic figures float in the clouds around them. The background consists of clouds and light shading, creating a divine atmosphere.

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Artwork overview

Medium

etching in gray
Credit Line

Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund
Accession Number

1971.37.20
Catalogue Raisonné

Bartsch, no. 17, State ii/ii

Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1802

Bartsch, Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna, 1802-1821: Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna: J.V. Degen, 1802-1821.

Wikidata ID

Q65512086

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