Religious art can be Weird!

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A beautiful, harmonious and contemplative painting. The infant Jesus holds the neck of Mother Mary, cheek to cheek. Mary embraces Jesus in a protecting and supporting gesture. Jesus clutches a bird, a Goldfinch. Mary stands behind a ledge or table while Jesus stands on top. To the left is a man kneeling in prayer.

A simple painting? Why is Jesus holding the Goldfinch? Why does Jesus look decidedly mature and wise for his age? Why is there a tiny man kneeling in prayer? What is the strange hand gesture from Mary doing? How has the artist created a painting of such harmony and balance? How do you feel and respond to this painting?

Answering and exploring these questions is not difficult. With little guidance from me, you will increase your understanding and pleasure of looking at great paintings.

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https://artsandculture.google.com/asset/virgin-and-child-with-donor/IwHxMErH65Zwhg

Antoniazzo Romano (1430-1503)

“Virgin and Child with Donors “-1480

Museum of Fine Art, Hudson