Madonna and Child Enthroned with Saint Peter and Saint Paul

Italienische Malerei 1430–1460, ca. 1430

The artwork depicts a scene with the Madonna and Child enthroned in the center, flanked by Saint Peter on the right and Saint Paul on the left. The Madonna is seated, holding the Child on her lap. She wears a blue robe with a red undergarment, and both have golden halos. Saint Peter, on the right, is depicted with a short beard, wearing a golden robe, and holding a book and keys. Saint Paul, on the left, has a longer beard, and wears a red robe. He holds a sword. The background features an architectural throne with a pink canopy, and there are two cherubs above holding drapery. The entire scene is set against a gold background.
Kunstenaar
Italienische Malerei 1430–1460
Datering
ca. 1430
Soort
Schilderij
Techniek
tempera (?) on panel
Afmetingen
53 × 31 cm
Collectie
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie
Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

The artwork depicts a scene with the Madonna and Child enthroned in the center, flanked by Saint Peter on the right and Saint Paul on the left. The Madonna is seated, holding the Child on her lap. She wears a blue robe with a red undergarment, and both have golden halos. Saint Peter, on the right, is depicted with a short beard, wearing a golden robe, and holding a book and keys. Saint Paul, on the left, has a longer beard, and wears a red robe. He holds a sword. The background features an architectural throne with a pink canopy, and there are two cherubs above holding drapery. The entire scene is set against a gold background.

Italienische Malerei 1430–1460