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God the Father and the Blessed Virgin Enthroned Attended by Angels, c. 1480-90. Creator
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God the Father and the Blessed Virgin Enthroned Attended by Angels, c. 1480-90. Creator
God the Father and the Blessed Virgin Enthroned Attended by Angels, c. 1480-90. Enthroned side by side, Christ as Savior of the World blesses his mother Mary, crowned Queen of Heaven for her divine maternity. In return, Mary bows her head in prayerful devotion, appealing for the redemption of humankind. The development of early printing methods during the 15th century offered more people personal devotional images that were previously limited to less affordable media, like paintings, sculptures, or illuminated manuscripts
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The print titled "God the Father and the Blessed Virgin Enthroned Attended by Angels" captures a powerful moment of divine connection. Created in the late 15th century by German artist Martin Schongauer, this engraving showcases Christ as Savior of the World blessing his mother Mary, who is crowned Queen of Heaven for her role as the divine mother. In this image, we witness a profound exchange between mother and son. As Christ bestows his blessings upon Mary, she humbly bows her head in prayerful devotion, appealing to God for the redemption of humanity. The intricate details and delicate lines in this print highlight Schongauer's mastery as an engraver during this period. During the 15th century, early printing methods revolutionized access to personal devotional images like this one. Previously limited to expensive mediums such as paintings or illuminated manuscripts, these prints made religious art more accessible to a wider audience. This particular print from Heritage Art/Heritage Images offers viewers an opportunity to connect with spirituality through visual representation. Displayed at The Cleveland Museum of Art, this artwork invites contemplation on themes of faith and salvation. It serves as a testament to both artistic skill and spiritual devotion during a time when printed images were transforming religious practices across Germany and beyond.
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