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Virgin and Child with St. John

Antonio da Trento

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Virgin Mary sits with the Christ child and St. John the Baptist. The Virgin wears a dress with puffy sleeves and a circular brooch on her right shoulder. The Christ child sits on her lap, resting the left arm on her right hand. St. John the Baptist kneels on the right, looking at the Christ child and holding a flower. The background features plants with leaves and flowers. The composition is within an oval. The image is in black and white. The artist's style is detailed with shading and lines. The mood appears serene. The subjects have detailed facial expressions. The clothing and hairstyles are of a 16th-century style. The image conveys a sense of intimacy.

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1138 × 893 px
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