Sandro Botticelli: Madonna and Child with the Young St. John the Baptist

• Title: Madonna and Child with the Young St. John the Baptist

  
  

• Date: c. 1490–1495

  
  

• Medium: Tempera on panel

  
  

• Location: Louvre Museum, Paris, France

  
  

• Description: In this tender scene, the Virgin Mary gazes lovingly at the Christ Child, who is held up to her by St. John the Baptist. The figures are arranged in a gentle pyramid, with delicate halos and a lush floral background. Botticelli’s fine lines, elegant forms, and sweet expressions create an intimaIn this tender scene, the Virgin Mary gazes lovingly at the Christ Child, who is held up to her by St. John the Baptist. The figures are arranged in a gentle pyramid, with delicate halos and a lush floral background. Botticelli’s fine lines, elegant forms, and sweet expressions create an intimate and tender atmosphere.te and tender atmosphere.

  
  

• Significance:

  The painting highlights Botticelli’s ability to infuse classical beauty and grace into religious subjects, creating a sense of calm divinity.

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