The Virgin and Child
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Giovanni Battista Salvi da Sassoferrato's The Virgin and Child into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
Giovanni Battista Salvi da Sassoferrato's The Virgin and Child is a luminous testament to 17th-century devotional art, radiating serene piety through its exquisite composition. Painted circa 1640–1685, the work epitomizes the Baroque era’s return to Raphael-esque clarity fused with Caravaggio’s dramatic chiaroscuro. Sassoferrato, lesser-known than his peers yet revered for his technical precision, specialized in Marian subjects—this iconic piece showcases his mastery: the Virgin’s ethereal blue mantle drapes in sculptural folds, while the Christ Child’s tender gaze creates an intimate dialogue. Unlike the turbulent Baroque dynamism of Bernini, Sassoferrato’s style is contemplative, almost Renaissance in its harmony. Though once overshadowed, modern scholarship highlights his role in bridging Counter-Reformation spirituality with accessible imagery, making this painting a quiet cornerstone of sacramental art history.
For interiors, The Virgin and Child thrives in spaces seeking both tranquility and refined elegance. A classic gilded frame enhances its devotional gravitas, ideal for a study, library, or bedroom with muted tones like dove gray or ochre walls. The painting’s dominant blues marry effortlessly with navy upholstery or delft ceramics, while its intimate scale (typical of Sassoferrato’s works at ~60x50cm) suits above mantels or console tables. In offices, pair it with minimalistic shelves and warm brass accents to balance sacred solemnity with modernity. Avoid stark white backdrops—opt for soft matte finishes to mirror the artwork’s velvety textures. As a focal point, it invites reverence without overwhelming, making it timeless for both traditional and transitional décors.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
