Virgin and Child in the Clouds

Hans Baldung Grien

Associated Names
Hans Baldung Grien

Artist, German, 1484/1485 - 1545

The image displays the upper half of a woman and a child, both partially surrounded by clouds. The woman faces slightly to the left, looking down at the child she holds in her arms. She has a serene expression with soft eyes and full lips, and her long, wavy hair falls over her shoulders. She wears a large, ornate crown with visible stars. The child, with curly hair, leans against the woman's chest. Both are dressed in flowing garments. To the left is a shield with symbols and a decorative frame. The background features detailed cloud patterns.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    woodcut

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Accession Number

    1948.11.16

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, no. 61


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

Wikidata ID

Q65072893

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