Madonna with Child
- Artist
- Pietro Perugino
- Date
- 1470 - 1473
- Style
- Early renaissance
- Genre
- Religious painting
The painting Madonna with Child exemplifies the qualities of an Religious painting from the Early renaissance period. It depicts the Madonna tenderly holding the infant Jesus, emphasizing themes of maternal love and divine grace. Artists of this era focused on realistic proportions, detailed expressions, and a sense of spiritual serenity, reflecting the period’s devotion to religious subjects. The balanced composition and gentle use of color highlight the artist’s mastery in conveying both human emotion and divine presence, making it a poignant representation of sacred devotion in early Christian art.
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