Italy, States. An Oil Painting Of The Madonna And Christ Child, C.1870 Buy Now with a chin strap joined

with a chin strap joined to the two loops

" within a full-wreath of laurel leaves

cypher of Albert I on the reverse

measuring 48 mm (w) x 44

Bronze gilt with dark red paint

Italy, States. An Oil Painting Of The Madonna And Christ Child, C.1870 Buy Now with a chin strap joinedA well preserved oil on canvas painting depicting the Virgin Mary holding the infant Jesus. The former is shown in a red robe and blue veil, symbolizing her divinity and humanity, respectively, and is topped by a faint halo. Christ is unclothed, with the exception of a white cloth wrap, symbolizing his innocence and purity. He leans his head toward his mother, who gently caresses his head with her cheek. The painting is secured within a cascading,