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 Bible Art

The Madonna of the Lillies
Artist: William-Adolphe Bouguereau
 1899    Painting

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The Virgin Mary is depicted in a seated position, perhaps on the Throne of Wisdom. She is carrying the Christ Child whose arms are stretched out, as if giving a blessing. Lilies are used to symbolize Mary's purity and innocence, and thus are regularly depicted with her, especially during paintings of the Annunciation.

This painting measures 27 cm × 18.5 cm (11 in × 7.3 in) and is owned by a private collector.

The Madonna of the Palafrenieri
Artist: Caravaggio
 1605-06    Painting

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This oil painting is one of Caravaggio’s most famous mature religious works, painted in 1605-1606. The artwork was executed for the altar of the Archconfraternity of the Papal Grooms (Arciconfraternita di Sant’Anna de Parafrenieri) in Saint Peter’s Basilica. Moreover, it was exhibited in the parish church for the Vatican, Sant’Anna dei Palafrenieri, before its removal, most probably because of its orthodox portrayal of the Virgin. The painting’s size is 292 x 211 cm