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Madonna and Child in a Glory Standing on a Crescent Moon

German 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a woman holding a small child against her chest. She is standing on a crescent moon, wearing a long red robe. The woman has long flowing hair, a serene expression, and a large crown on her head with a halo surrounding it. The child is unclothed with curly hair, looking up at the woman. The background features golden rays, and there are depictions of foliage at their feet on a light yellow backdrop.

Artwork Details

Date
1450/1460
Medium
woodcut in gray-black, hand-colored in red lake, yellow, green, and brown
Dimensions
3332 × 4702 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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