Italian school (XVII) - L'educazione della Vergine
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Oil on canvas painting titled L'educazione della Vergine by Italian School (XVII century), from Italy, 79 cm by 61 cm, unsigned and in good condition.
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Title: Saint Anne, Saint Joachim and the Virgin as a Child
School: Italian, late 17th century (circa 1680)
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 79 cm x 61 cm
Description (English):
An intimate and rare depiction of the Holy Family, this refined composition captures the young Virgin Mary absorbed in reading a book, guided by Saint Anne and gently watched over by Saint Joachim. The scene blends spiritual instruction with familial tenderness, a theme deeply rooted in the devotional art of the late 1600s.
The work features a soft, warm palette and a balanced use of chiaroscuro that gently highlights the expressions and gestures. The smooth brushwork and idealized figures suggest influence from central Italian schools, with echoes of Maratta or early Bolognese painters.
In good overall condition, the canvas retains an authentic patina consistent with its age, with minor restorations visible under close inspection. A beautiful example of sacred art, ideal for collectors or devotional spaces.
Provenance: Private collection, Italy
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Title: Saint Anne, Saint Joachim and the Virgin as a Child
School: Italian, late 17th century (circa 1680)
Medium: Oil on canvas
Dimensions: 79 cm x 61 cm
Description (English):
An intimate and rare depiction of the Holy Family, this refined composition captures the young Virgin Mary absorbed in reading a book, guided by Saint Anne and gently watched over by Saint Joachim. The scene blends spiritual instruction with familial tenderness, a theme deeply rooted in the devotional art of the late 1600s.
The work features a soft, warm palette and a balanced use of chiaroscuro that gently highlights the expressions and gestures. The smooth brushwork and idealized figures suggest influence from central Italian schools, with echoes of Maratta or early Bolognese painters.
In good overall condition, the canvas retains an authentic patina consistent with its age, with minor restorations visible under close inspection. A beautiful example of sacred art, ideal for collectors or devotional spaces.
Provenance: Private collection, Italy
fast and insured shipping
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Artist
Italian school (XVII)
Title of artwork
L'educazione della Vergine
Technique
Oil painting
Signature
Not signed
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Good condition
Height
79 cm
Width
61 cm
Style
Renaissance
Period
17th century
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