Madonna, an Angel and Little St. John Adoring the Child
- Artist
- Pietro Perugino
- Date
- 1497
- Style
- High renaissance
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Palazzo Pitti
This exquisite religious painting titled "Madonna, an Angel and Little St. John Adoring the Child" exemplifies the grace and harmony characteristic of the High renaissance period. The composition depicts the Virgin Mary, an angel, and young St. John in reverent adoration of the infant Jesus, emphasizing spiritual devotion and tender innocence. The artist's mastery of perspective and composition reflects the ideals of the High renaissance, blending realistic detail with divine symbolism. Overall, the painting captures a moment of sacred adoration, celebrating the unity of human and divine virtues.
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