“Madonna and Child with Cherubs” is a religious painting by Andrea Mantegna, created between 1480 and 1490. This Early Renaissance masterpiece, rendered in oil on canvas, measures 70 x 88 cm and is housed in Palazzo Brera, Milan, Italy.
The artwork portrays the Madonna, serenely holding the Child, surrounded by a gathering of cherubic angels. The cherubs, with tender expressions, hover amongst swirling clouds, creating a celestial ambiance. The Madonna is depicted with a calm and nurturing demeanor, her gaze resting on the Child, who appears secure in her embrace. The soft, warm tones and detailed textures exemplify Mantegna’s impeccable technique, contributing to the divine and ethereal quality of the scene. The positioning of the figures and the play of light and shadow enhance the depth and realism, hallmarking the Early Renaissance style.
