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Virgin and Child with SS. Dominic and Barbara
Francesco FranciaMid-to-late fifteenth century to early sixteenth century
The Morgan Library & Museum
New York, United States
Although trained as a goldsmith, Francia primarily worked as a painter in and around his hometown of Bologna. Depictions of the Virgin and Child with saints are predominant among his major surviving works. When he painted this panel the artist was influenced by the luminous style of his contemporary, Perugino.
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- Title: Virgin and Child with SS. Dominic and Barbara
- Creator: Francesco Francia
- Date Created: Mid-to-late fifteenth century to early sixteenth century
- Physical Dimensions: Panel: 32 1/2 x 26 5/8 inches (815 x 675 mm) Framed: 46 1/4 x 40 1/8 inches (1175 x 1020 m.)
- Credit Line: Purchased by Pierpont Morgan, 1907
- Medium: Oil on panel
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