Madonna And Child With St. John The Baptist
1490-1500
Giovanni Bellini’s late-career masterpiece features a serene Madonna holding the Christ Child, surrounded by a surprisingly psychedelic array of rainbow-colored cherubs floating in fluffy clouds. Unlike traditional golden halos, these vibrant red, green, and purple angel heads create a dreamlike atmosphere that feels almost modern for its time. The young John the Baptist gazes up adoringly from the corner, while Mary’s melancholic expression hints at her foreknowledge of Jesus's future sacrifice. This work showcases Bellini's mastery of oil paint, allowing him to blend colors with a softness that defined the Venetian Renaissance style.
- Technique
- Oil on canvas
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