The artwork, titled “The Rolin Madonna” (La Vierge au Chancelier Rolin), was created by Jan van Eyck in 1435. This oil on panel painting, measuring 66 by 62 cm, belongs to the Northern Renaissance art movement and is categorized as a religious painting. It is part of the series “The Rolin Madonna” and is currently housed in the Louvre in Paris, France.
The artwork portrays Chancellor Rolin kneeling in devotion before the Madonna and Child. The scene is set in an opulent, arches-lined interior that opens up to an expansive and intricately detailed landscape. The Virgin Mary, robed in a flowing red garment, sits on the right, holding the infant Jesus, who is depicted holding an orb adorned with a cross, symbolizing his dominion over the world. An angel is seen offering crowns to both figures, further emphasizing their divine status. The meticulous attention to detail, from the rich textures of the fabrics to the elaborate architectural elements and the exquisite landscape, exemplifies Jan van Eyck’s masterful technique and the Northern Renaissance’s emphasis on realism and intricate detail.
