The Virgin

Currently not on view

The Virgin

Late 15th century

Hans Memling (Netherlandish (active Bruges), born 1430/40, first documented 1465, died 1494)

The downcast eyes, slightly tilted head, and elegantly raised hand imbue this representation of the Virgin Mary with grace, poise, and delicacy. Hans Memling produced many images of the Virgin and female saints over the course of his career, often intending them as devotional objects that focused and facilitated the prayers of faithful viewers.

This small painting was once part of a much larger work. It may be a fragment from an Annunciation scene.

Currently not on view

Object Details

Title:

The Virgin

Date:

Late 15th century

Artist:

Hans Memling (Netherlandish (active Bruges), born 1430/40, first documented 1465, died 1494)

Medium:

Oil on panel

Dimensions:

11 1/2 x 9 3/4 inches (29.2 x 24.8 cm)

Classification:

Paintings

Credit Line:

John G. Johnson Collection, 1917

Accession Number:

Cat. 324

Geography:

Made in Bruges, Southern Netherlands (modern Belgium), Europe

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