Christ Blessing the Virgin

Art Institute of Chicago

Christ Blessing the Virgin

Martin SchongauerLinkedCulture matchlcp-ef20aef5eff8

Date
c. 1476
Medium
Engraving on paper
Culture
Germany
Department
Prints and Drawings
Institution
Art Institute of Chicago
Object ID
3847

This tender interaction between Christ and his mother takes place in a heavenly arbor after the Resurrection. Mary and a trio of angels bow their heads and elegantly pray in response to Christ’s blessing gesture. Although he has assumed the crown of heaven and holds the orb of the earth, Christ’s bare feet peep out from under his robes, hinting at his continuing humility.

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Bequest of Mrs. Potter Palmer, Jr.

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