The Virgin and Child with Saints 1490

"The Virgin and Child with Saints" by Ambrogio Bergognone, dated 1490, showcases the artist's mastery of the Early Renaissance style. The painting depicts the Virgin Mary seated on a throne, holding the Christ child, flanked by two saints. The composition is balanced and serene, with the figures arranged in a harmonious triangular shape. The rich colors, particularly the Virgin's blue cloak and the saint's red robe, and the detailed rendering of the figures' drapery demonstrate Bergognone's skillful use of technique. This painting, now in the National Gallery in London, is a fine example of the artist's work, which is characterized by its devotional atmosphere and the use of realistic detail.