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Virgin and Child, c.1520-c.1540. Creator: Master of the Female Half-Lengths
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Virgin and Child, c.1520-c.1540. Creator: Master of the Female Half-Lengths
Virgin and Child, c.1520-c.1540
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This exquisite 16th century oil on panel painting, titled "Virgin and Child," is a devotional masterpiece by the Master of the Female Half-Lengths, also known as Meester van de vrouwelijke halffiguren. The artwork, believed to have been created between 1520 and 1540, is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of the Dutch and Flemish schools of the Low Countries during the European Renaissance. The central focus of the painting is the Virgin Mary, who cradles her baby Jesus in her arms. Mary, dressed in a flowing robe, is depicted with her bare chest, revealing the Christ Child breastfeeding. This depiction of the divine infant nursing at his mother's breast is a common motif in Christian art, symbolizing the nourishment and sustenance that Christ provides to humanity. The painting's color palette is muted, with soft earth tones and gentle shading that create a sense of warmth and intimacy. The figures are rendered with a high degree of detail, from the delicate folds of Mary's robe to the intricate patterns of the Child's swaddling clothes. The painting's provenance is unclear, but it is believed to have originated from the Notre Dame du Folgoet, a monastery in Brittany, France, or possibly the Monastery of Mariazell in Austria. It is now a cherished addition to the collections of a prestigious art center or gallery, where it continues to inspire awe and devotion among visitors. The "Virgin and Child" painting is a poignant reminder of the biblical stories and cultural traditions that have shaped Western art and Christianity for centuries. It invites us to contemplate the beauty and complexity of human experience, as well as the enduring power of faith and the divine.
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