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Virgin and Child surrounded by cherubim and seraphim, detail, 1452 (oil on panel) (detail of 471132)
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Virgin and Child surrounded by cherubim and seraphim, detail, 1452 (oil on panel) (detail of 471132)
5242747 Virgin and Child surrounded by cherubim and seraphim, detail, 1452 (oil on panel) (detail of 471132) by Fouquet, Jean (c.1420-80); 94.5x85.5 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp, Belgium; (add.info.: La Vierge de l'Enfant entoures d'anges; Agnes Sorel reputedly depicted as the Madonna in this picture;); © Art in Flanders, photo Hugo Maertens
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© Art in Flanders, photo Hugo Maertens / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases a mesmerizing detail from Jean Fouquet's masterpiece, "Virgin and Child surrounded by cherubim and seraphim". Painted in 1452, this oil on panel artwork measures 94.5x85.5 cm and is currently housed in the Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten in Antwerp, Belgium. In this particular section of the painting, we are drawn to the serene presence of the Virgin Mary and her divine child. They are beautifully enveloped by a heavenly host of cherubim and seraphim, creating an ethereal atmosphere that transports us to another realm. The attention to detail is remarkable; every brushstroke captures the delicate features of Mary's face as she gazes lovingly at her infant son. Her regal posture is accentuated by her jeweled crown and elegant drapery that cascades down her figure. Agnes Sorel, known for being depicted as Madonna in various artworks, is rumored to be portrayed here as well. The surreal combination of angelic beings with fashionable elements creates a unique blend of spirituality and style characteristic of Northern Renaissance art. As we delve into this exquisite composition, we cannot help but marvel at the intricate details: from Mary's pearl-adorned hairstyle to Jesus Christ pointing towards his mother's breast - symbolizing both his humanity and divinity. This print allows us to appreciate Fouquet's mastery even more closely. It invites us into a world where beauty meets devotion, where celestial beings surround earthly figures with grace.
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