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Madonna and Child, c1430-1450. Creator: Unknown
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Madonna and Child, c1430-1450. Creator: Unknown
Madonna and Child, c1430-1450
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This exquisite 15th century painting, titled "Madonna and Child," depicts the Virgin Mary tenderly cradling the infant Jesus as she breastfeeds him. The circular composition, typical of the Northern Renaissance period, draws the viewer's focus to the central figures. Mary, dressed in a rich blue robe and gold headdress, gazes down at her son with a loving expression, while Jesus looks up at her with a curious and contented expression. The Madonna's left hand supports her son's head, while her right hand cradles him at the waist. The Christ Child wears a simple white tunic and is shown in the act of nursing, symbolizing his divine nature and human nurturing. The painting's intricate details and vibrant colors, such as the red and gold patterns on Mary's robe and the delicate folds of her veil, demonstrate the skill and artistry of the Flemish master who created this work. The painting, believed to date from the 1430s or 1440s, is a testament to the deep devotion to the Madonna and Child that was prevalent during the Middle Ages. This artwork, known as "Our Lady of Folgoet" or "Our Lady of Mariazell," is currently housed in the Notre Dame du Folgoet museum in Belgium and is a cherished piece of European artistic heritage.
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