“Madonna Enthroned Cherishing the Sleeping Child” is an early Renaissance religious painting created by Giovanni Bellini in 1475. Executed in oil on panel, the artwork measures 120 by 63 centimeters.
In the artwork, the Virgin Mary is depicted seated on an intricately designed throne, with her hands clasped in prayer. Her serene expression and closed eyes exude a sense of contemplation and devotion. Draped in a deep, earthy-toned robe and a delicate head covering, she personifies grace and solemnity. The sleeping infant Jesus rests peacefully on her lap, his eyes closed and body relaxed, symbolizing innocence and divine tranquility. The background features a heavenly expanse with soft clouds, adding to the ethereal and divine ambiance of the composition. The rich colors and detailed textures reflect Bellini’s masterful technique, capturing a poignant and tender moment of motherly love and divine serenity.
