Virgin and ChildMario Balassi · 1660
1660
60.0 x 37.0 cm
Mario Balassi (1604 – 1667)
Explore Mario Balassi's Baroque art! This Italian painter (1604-1667) blended styles in Florence & Rome, known for altar paintings & copies of Raphael.
About this artwork
- Title: Virgin and Child
- Artist: Mario Balassi
- Year: 1660
- Original dimensions: 60.0 x 37.0 cm
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Main color: Rosy Brown
- Color intensity: Monochromatic
Questions & Answers
How strong is the contrast in "Virgin and Child" by Mario Balassi?
The light-dark contrast of "Virgin and Child" is recorded as bold. Contrast describes how strongly light and dark areas differ.
How old was Mario Balassi when creating "Virgin and Child" in 1660?
Mario Balassi made "Virgin and Child" at the age of 56. The artist was born in 1604 and the work is dated 1660.
Who made "Virgin and Child", and when?
Mario Balassi made "Virgin and Child" in 1660.
In what year was "Virgin and Child" by Mario Balassi created?
"Virgin and Child" dates from 1660. The date places the work within Mario Balassi's career and its era.
How is the palette of "Virgin and Child" by Mario Balassi described?
The colors of "Virgin and Child" form an earthy palette. This classification describes the dominant color families.
Is "Virgin and Child" by Mario Balassi in the public domain, and why?
"Virgin and Child" by Mario Balassi is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. Copyright duration runs from the artist's death, which occurred in 1667.
Who is the artist behind "Virgin and Child"?
The artist behind "Virgin and Child" is Mario Balassi. The work is catalogued under Mario Balassi's name.