Artwork: Madonna and Child with Saints John the Baptist and St. John the Evangelist Whole and detail)

Artist: Vincenzo Foppa

Materials and Techniques: Fresco transferred to canvas

Dimensions: 192 x 173 cm

Location: Pinacoteca di Brera

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“The fresco originally stood high up over a door. The monumental arch inspired by Classical examples, with medallions on either side and a coffered barrel vault, is foreshortened from below, emphasising the scene’s illusionism. The Virgin appears to be looking out from a balcony against the open sky. The carpet ruffled by the wind, Jesus’ protruding foot and the coffers shown in perspective all contribute to the feeling of a living presence.”(Pinacoteca di Brera)

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