“Madonna in Adoration of the Sleeping Child,” created by Giovanni Bellini circa 1475, is a tempera on panel artwork measuring 77 by 56 centimeters. This Early Renaissance religious painting is housed in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy.
The artwork depicts the Virgin Mary in a serene moment of adoration over the sleeping Christ Child. The composition is characterized by its tender and contemplative mood, with the Madonna’s hands clasped in prayerful reverence. Her gaze is directed downward towards the infant, who lies peacefully in her lap, embodying a sense of divine tranquility. The use of tempera gives the painting a luminous quality, enhancing the spiritual atmosphere. The soft landscape background and gentle halos around their heads contribute to the sacred and intimate nature of the scene. Bellini’s skillful application of color and delicate detailing exemplify the refined aesthetic sensibilities of the Early Renaissance period.
