The Madonna and Child by Hans Memling
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Statements (56)
| Predicate | Object |
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| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:painting
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| gptkbp:art_movement |
Renaissance art
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| gptkbp:art_style |
Combines realism with idealism
Use of drapery Realism in depiction Symmetrical composition |
| gptkbp:artist |
gptkb:Hans_Memling
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| gptkbp:artistic_expression |
Reflects the socio-political climate of the time
Created in Bruges, a center of art |
| gptkbp:artistic_influence |
Influenced later depictions of Madonna
Significant impact on art history Valued for its beauty and craftsmanship Influenced the portrayal of religious figures Considered a treasure of the National Gallery |
| gptkbp:artistic_innovation |
Innovative use of color and form
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| gptkbp:artistic_legacy |
Continues to be studied and admired
Part of the Christian art tradition Memling's works are highly regarded Part of the Flemish painting tradition |
| gptkbp:artistic_technique |
Attention to detail
use of light and shadow Use of perspective |
| gptkbp:artistic_vision |
Recognized as a masterpiece
Recognized in art history courses |
| gptkbp:collection |
The National Gallery collection
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| gptkbp:color_palette |
vibrant colors
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
Influenced religious art
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| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
Represents the Virgin Mary and Jesus
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| gptkbp:cultural_symbol |
Symbol of maternal love
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| gptkbp:dimensions |
approximately 60 cm × 45 cm
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| gptkbp:exhibition |
Displayed in major art exhibitions
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| gptkbp:exhibition_history |
Exhibited in various art galleries
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| gptkbp:historical_context |
Created during the Northern Renaissance period
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| gptkbp:historical_significance |
Reflects the religious beliefs of the time
Important work in Memling's oeuvre |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Madonna and Child by Hans Memling
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| gptkbp:iconography |
gptkb:Madonna_and_Child_iconography
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| gptkbp:influence |
gptkb:Christian_art
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| gptkbp:influence_on |
Later artists
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| gptkbp:influenced_by |
Flemish painting traditions
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| gptkbp:inspired_by |
Biblical themes
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| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:National_Gallery,_London
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| gptkbp:medium |
oil on panel
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| gptkbp:notable_features |
rich colors
detailed facial expressions elaborate background |
| gptkbp:patronage |
Commissioned by a wealthy patron
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| gptkbp:reproduction |
Widely reproduced in art books
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| gptkbp:style |
gptkb:Northern_Renaissance
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| gptkbp:subject |
gptkb:Madonna_and_Child
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| gptkbp:technique |
layering of paint
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| gptkbp:themes |
Themes of divinity and humanity
Exploration of motherhood |
| gptkbp:year_created |
c. 1480
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Timken_Museum_of_Art
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
6
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