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Virgin and Child in a Domestic Interior, 1460-67 (oil on panel)
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Virgin and Child in a Domestic Interior, 1460-67 (oil on panel)
3106610 Virgin and Child in a Domestic Interior, 1460-67 (oil on panel) by Christus, Petrus (c.1410-1475/76); 69x51 cm; Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Kansas City, USA; Netherlandish, out of copyright
Media ID 18258537
© Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Kansas City, USA / Bridgeman Images
Baby Jesus Bedroom Bruges Canopy Chandelier Flanders Flemish Townscape Northern Renaissance
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This oil painting, titled "Virgin and Child in a Domestic Interior" transports us back to the 15th century Netherlandish world of devotion and spirituality. Created by Petrus Christus, a renowned Flemish painter of the Northern Renaissance, this masterpiece measures 69x51 cm and is housed at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City. The scene depicted is intimate yet profound. In a cozy bedroom setting with a picturesque townscape visible through an open window, we witness the tender bond between the Virgin Mary and her infant son, Jesus Christ. The artist skillfully captures their divine connection as they gaze into each other's eyes. Mary cradles baby Jesus lovingly on her lap while sitting on an ornate bed adorned with rich fabrics. A delicate canopy hangs above them, adding to the sense of sacredness within this domestic space. The room is illuminated by a chandelier that casts warm light upon their serene faces. This painting not only showcases Christus' technical mastery but also reflects his deep understanding of Christian iconography and biblical narratives. It invites viewers to contemplate themes such as motherhood, faith, and devotion. As we admire this timeless artwork from Flanders in Belgium, we are reminded of its significance within religious art history. Its beauty continues to captivate audiences today just as it did centuries ago when it was first created during the height of the Northern Renaissance movement.
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