Workshop of Della Robbia family (Italian, active mid 15th-late 16th century)
Title
The Virgin of the Lilies
Description
English: The style of this "tondo," or medallion, was developed by Luca della Robbia (ca. 1400-82) who invented this type of brightly colored glazed terracotta (baked or fired clay) relief-inspired by maiolica-and it shows the continued admiration of his works long after his death. Such medallions were intended for placement in an architectural setting like this.
The lilies placed behind the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child symbolize her purity. She offers Christ her breast for nursing, emphasizing Christ's humanity.
Date
between circa 1500 and circa 1550
date QS:P571,+1550-00-00T00:00:00Z/7,P1319,+1500-00-00T00:00:00Z/9,P1326,+1550-00-00T00:00:00Z/9,P1480,Q5727902
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