Painting, Oil On Canvas, Painting, 17th 18th Century France - Virgin Of Sorrows

Oil on canvas, French school of the 18th century - Virgin of Sorrows in the style of the 17th century

Great emotional depth, feminine delicacy, and a beautiful treatment of drapery. A true standard of beauty for the time. During the Renaissance and the Baroque period, representations of the Virgin Mary, even in moments of sadness or sorrow, adhered to the aesthetic ideals of beauty of those periods.

Even in scenes of pain, paintings of the Virgin Mary often displayed idealized features: an oval face, a fair complexion, fine and harmonious features, and a gentle expression. These characteristics corresponded to the beauty standards of the era, where perfection and idealization were sought.

Expression of nobility and piety: The beauty of the Virgin in these representations was not only physical but also spiritual. The gentle melancholy, dignity, and piety visible in her expression were perceived as aspects of feminine beauty. These qualities embodied an ideal of divine grace and virtue that was highly valued at the time.

Paintings from this period also emphasized the harmony of shapes and colors, with particular attention to details such as the folds of the clothing, the softness of the gaze, and the subtlety of shadows. All of this contributed to a refined and sophisticated aesthetic associated with feminine beauty. In Christian art, the Virgin Mary was often painted as the epitome of femininity and purity, embodying an ideal of timeless beauty. Even in representations of sorrow, her beauty was perceived as transcendent and universal, reflecting both her holiness and her humanity.

Oil on canvas mounted on a wooden panel. Work from the early 18th century. The veil covering the Virgin's head has taken on greenish tones due to the natural yellowing of the varnish over time. High-quality painting, the work of an experienced portrait artist.

Restorations. Very good state of preservation. The frame is from a more modern period.

Dimensions:
Frame measurements: 58 x 50 cm
Panel measurements: 44 x 36 cm

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