Madonna and Child in The Vision of St Francesca Romana 1620

Orazio Gentileschi’s “Madonna and Child in the Vision of St Francesca Romana” is a 17th-century Baroque painting depicting a pivotal moment from the life of St Francesca Romana, a 14th-century Roman noblewoman. The painting depicts a vision of the Virgin Mary and Child appearing before St Francesca, with the Virgin Mary cradling the Christ child. The scene is set in a heavenly space, with clouds and an angel, emphasizing the sacred nature of the event. The soft, luminous light and the realistic portrayal of the figures are hallmarks of Gentileschi's style, characterized by meticulous attention to detail and a mastery of chiaroscuro.