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Initial S[alve sancta parens] from a Gradual: Madonna and Child

Don Silvestro dei Gherarducci

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image depicts a medieval-style painting of the Madonna and Child. The Madonna wears a blue robe with gold trim and a blue head covering. She holds a baby, who wears a red and gold garment and has a halo. Both figures have fair skin and appear to be surrounded by a gold circle. The Madonna's robe is draped over her left shoulder and around her body, with her right hand supporting the baby. The background features a gold, red, and white abstract design. Green and blue curvilinear leaves and stems with gold accents frame the edge. The border around the painting is off-white and slightly worn.

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814 × 900 px
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