Virgin and Child-MoralesLuis de Morales · 1586

  • Painting mediumOil On Canvas
  • Medium typeWallArt
  • Art movementRenaissance
  • Creation date1586
  • Art periodRenaissance
  • Dimensions32.0 x 23.0 cm
  • MuseumMachado de Castro National Museum

Luis de Morales (1509 – 1586)

Explore the divine realism of Luis de Morales! Spanish painter known for Madonna & Child, Passion scenes, & anatomical precision. Master of 16th-century religious art.

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About this artwork

  • Title: Virgin and Child-Morales
  • Artist: Luis de Morales
  • Year: 1586
  • Original dimensions: 32.0 x 23.0 cm
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Public domain
  • Where to see it: Machado de Castro National Museum
  • Movement: Renaissance
  • Medium: Oil On Canvas
  • Period: Renaissance

Quick Facts

  • Dimensions: 32 x 23 cm
  • Medium: Oil paint on canvas
  • Influences: Flemish and Seville traditions
  • Artistic style: Realistic, naturalism
  • Year: 1586
  • Notable elements or techniques: Layered brushstrokes, dramatic lighting
  • Subject or theme: Religious, Virgin Mary and infant Jesus

Questions & Answers

When was "Virgin and Child-Morales" made?

"Virgin and Child-Morales" by Luis de Morales was created in 1586.

At what age did Luis de Morales make "Virgin and Child-Morales"?

Luis de Morales was 77 years old when creating "Virgin and Child-Morales" in 1586. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1509.

Who created "Virgin and Child-Morales"?

"Virgin and Child-Morales" was created by Luis de Morales. The information on this page describes Luis de Morales's original work.

At what size is "Virgin and Child-Morales" suggested for a bedroom?

The recommended pairing for "Virgin and Child-Morales" by Luis de Morales: a small print in a bedroom.

How well known is "Virgin and Child-Morales" by Luis de Morales?

"Virgin and Child-Morales" is classified as recognized.

Is "Virgin and Child-Morales" typical of what Luis de Morales usually created?

"Virgin and Child-Morales" depicts virgin mary, child jesus, religious scene, devotion & faith, maternal love, spanish art, renaissance imagery, while Luis de Morales's recorded themes are raphael & lombard school, spanish religious devotion, catholic faith emphasis, morales' madonna focus, realism & spiritual depth, local badajoz patronage, key morales corpus piece. Comparing the two shows how the work relates to the artist's usual subjects.

What color saturation does "Virgin and Child-Morales" by Luis de Morales have?

The colors of "Virgin and Child-Morales" by Luis de Morales have a muted saturation. Saturation describes how vivid or muted the colors are.

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