Virgin and Child - 17th Century Bologna School

Virgin with child, entourage of Guido-Reni (Bologna 1574-1642).
Bologna school of the seventeenth century, this oil on canvas is to be compared to the painting (92 x 110) of Guido Reni preserved in Rome.

This painting reflects a peaceful atmosphere in accordance with the subject, animated solely by a gentle devotion borrowed from love and religiosity of a mother for her son.
The position of Mary with her joined hands emphasizes the majestic elegance of the virgin with its characteristic features.
The depth of the color palette. The purple of the tissue welcoming the child responds in a chiaroscuro to the tingling of Mary and Jesus animated by a soft and gentle light, a scene capable of awakening in whom contemplates it a gentle piety and a silent recollection.
The painting has a etiquette on the back side.
Beautiful carved wooden frame with rows of ovals and pearls from the 18th century.

Dim: length 88 cm width 68 cm
With frame: Length 102 cm width 82cm.