Virgin and Child

Artist: Domenico di Bartolo
Artwork: Virgin and Child
Description: This painting is a tempera on panel by the Italian artist Domenico di Bartolo. It is a devotional work, intended to be used for private prayer or meditation. The Virgin Mary is shown with the Christ child in her arms. She is seated on a cushion, and her head is surrounded by a halo. The Christ child is naked, and he is reaching out to touch the Virgin’s cheek. The background of the painting is gold, and there is a garland of flowers at the top.
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