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81 - 17th-century Spanish school.
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17th-century Spanish school. “Virgin of Bethlehem.” Oil on canvas. Measurements: 69.5 x 52.5 cm; 95 x 74.5 cm (frame). The tenderness of the bond between the Virgin and the Child is the focal point of this intimate and devotional composition. Mary gently tilts her head toward her son, who embraces her neck and brings his face close to hers, while both look directly at the viewer. This emotional closeness is rendered in a manner consistent with the sensibility of the Spanish Baroque, through the naturalism of the skin tones and lighting that focuses attention on the faces and hands, set against a dark background. The blue mantle and red tunic add chromatic depth, while the Child’s white garment introduces a luminous counterpoint. The crowns, the halo of rays, and the jewelry details enrich the image and underscore the sacred dignity of the figures. The work thus combines the solemnity of a devotional image with the humanity of the maternal gesture, inviting close and emotional contemplation.
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