Enthroned Virgin And Child Analysis

“Enthroned Virgin and Child.” (1150–1200). Metropolitan Museum of Art

Description of Work:

The “Enthroned Virgin and Child” (1150-1200) is a 27” carved wooden object in the medium of walnut, gesso paint, tin leaf, and “races of linen” on the surface. The formal qualities of the craving depict Mother Mary as the (virgin) and a small man-shaped image of Jesus as a babe sitting on her lap. The two figures sit facing the viewer in a straightforward sitting position on a throne. Jesus is seen holding one hand upwards in a sign of blessing, and other hand is placed on a bible on Mary’s hand. The shallow relief surface carvings on the object present the garments worn by Mary and Jesus, which show various folds in the clothing they wear. Detailed facial features are also recognizable, as they depict a detailed figural presentation of the nose, eyes, and facial structures. Finally, the faint colorations of green, orange, and red are faintly present in the gesso paint used to cover the walnut after it was carved. Also, it has been noted …show more content…
This symbolic wood carving defines the example of the Virgin and Child as a veneration object to be placed on the altar, and to be carried during religious processions: “Placed on an altar, this imposing group was an object of veneration that could also be carried in procession or incorporated into a theatrical performance within a church” (“'Enthroned Virgin And Child” para.1). in this manner, the “Enthroned Virgin and Child” would be a powerful example of iconography that a priest would utilize in church functions. This is the practical way in which this veneration object would be utilized as a symbolic work of art in ritual processions. In many cases, this object would have been a showpiece on the altar, but it would have also been carried during church ceremonies and

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