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Virgin and Child with Saint Jerome and Saint Catherine of Alexandria, c. 1450. Creator
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Virgin and Child with Saint Jerome and Saint Catherine of Alexandria, c. 1450. Creator
Virgin and Child with Saint Jerome and Saint Catherine of Alexandria, c. 1450. In his right hand, the Christ child grasps a stem of roses. The beauty and fragrance of roses symbolize heaven, while their thorny stems allude to the crown of thorns and Christs suffering. The bird he holds in his left hand symbolizes the human soul. The elaborate haloes with Latin inscriptions identify the figures and help organize the composition. The names of Christ, Saint Jerome, and Saint Catherine of Alexandria appear in abbreviated form. The Madonnas halo proclaims her worthiness to bear the Son of God: " Hail, full of grace, " while the inscription at the top is one of her most popular titles: " Merciful Mother."
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Siena Tempera And Gold On Wood Panel
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This print showcases the exquisite artwork of "Virgin and Child with Saint Jerome and Saint Catherine of Alexandria" created around 1450 by Carolino da Viterbo, an Italian artist. The painting depicts the Virgin Mary holding baby Jesus in her arms, accompanied by Saint Jerome and Saint Catherine of Alexandria. In this masterpiece, the Christ child delicately grasps a stem of roses, symbolizing heaven's beauty and fragrance. However, these roses also allude to Christ's suffering through their thorny stems, representing the crown of thorns he wore during his crucifixion. Furthermore, the bird held in his other hand represents the human soul. The composition is organized with elaborate haloes adorned with Latin inscriptions that identify each figure. The abbreviated names of Christ, Saint Jerome, and Saint Catherine are prominently displayed within these haloes. Notably, the Madonna's halo proclaims her worthiness as she bears the Son of God while an inscription at the top refers to her popular title as "Merciful Mother". This stunning piece was created using tempera and gold on wood panel in Siena during Italy's 15th century Renaissance period. It is currently housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art. Heritage Art/Heritage Images has beautifully captured this timeless artwork through their expert photography skills for art enthusiasts to appreciate its intricate details and profound symbolism for generations to come.
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