{"title":"Bernardino Luini","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"virgin-and-child-with-the-infant-saint-john-the-baptist-bernardino-luini","title":"Virgin and Child with the Infant Saint John the Baptist - Bernardino Luini","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene High Renaissance composition by Bernardino Luini, depicting the Virgin Mary with the Christ Child and the infant Saint John the Baptist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBernardino Luini, a prominent figure of the Lombard school, produced this work during the early sixteenth century. The composition displays the clear influence of Leonardo da Vinci, particularly in the soft modelling of the figures and the gentle sfumato technique applied to the faces. The Virgin Mary is depicted in a serene, maternal pose, seated on the ground with the Christ Child and the young Saint John the Baptist. The two children interact with a lamb, a traditional symbol of the sacrifice of Christ, while the Virgin watches over them with a calm expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe background features a detailed, expansive landscape that recedes into the distance, showing a fortified castle perched upon a rocky cliff and a winding river. This setting provides a sense of depth and atmospheric perspective, common in Italian Renaissance painting. The figures are arranged in a pyramidal structure, which creates a sense of balance and stability. Luini uses a warm, harmonious colour palette, with the deep red of the Virgin's garment providing a contrast to the cooler tones of the sky and water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuini was known for his ability to capture tender human emotion, and this painting is no exception. The interaction between the children is naturalistic, reflecting the artist's focus on humanising religious subjects. The attention to detail, from the texture of the lamb's fleece to the small botanical elements in the foreground, demonstrates the technical precision typical of the period. This work remains a representative example of the Milanese interpretation of the High Renaissance style, blending devotional subject matter with a keen observation of the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bernardino Luini","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58653171450191,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58653189472591,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58653189505359,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58653189538127,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58653189570895,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58653189603663,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58653189636431,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58653189669199,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58653189701967,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58653189734735,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58653189767503,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58653189800271,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Virgin-and-Child-with-the-Infant-Saint-John-the-Baptist_Poster_CompositorV1_1788404506577.jpg?v=1788405028"},{"product_id":"head-of-a-girl-bernardino-luini","title":"Head of a Girl - Bernardino Luini","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate portrait of a young woman in profile, reflecting the soft modelling and grace characteristic of the High Renaissance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBernardino Luini, a painter active in Lombardy, produced this study of a young woman during the early sixteenth century. The work reflects the stylistic influence of Leonardo da Vinci, whom Luini followed closely in his approach to soft modelling and facial expression. The subject is depicted in profile, her gaze directed downward in a contemplative manner. Her hair is styled in a simple braid, a common fashion for young women in the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technique employed here is characteristic of Luini's work in fresco. The surface retains the matte quality of the original plaster, with muted tones that suggest a gentle, diffused light. The artist uses subtle gradations of colour to define the contours of the face and neck, avoiding harsh outlines. This approach creates a sense of volume and softness, typical of the Milanese school of the time. The background is minimal, featuring a suggestion of foliage that provides a quiet context for the figure without distracting from her expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuini was known for his religious and secular compositions, often incorporating these types of idealized female figures into larger decorative schemes. This piece is a fine example of his ability to capture a sense of calm and grace. The preservation of the work as a fresco transfer allows for an appreciation of the original brushwork and the delicate application of pigment. It remains a representative example of the aesthetic values prevalent in Northern Italy during the High Renaissance, where balance and harmony were primary concerns for artists working in both public and private commissions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bernardino Luini","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58653274177871,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58653279813967,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58653279846735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58653279879503,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58653279912271,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58653279945039,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58653279977807,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58653280010575,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58653280043343,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58653280076111,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58653280108879,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58653280141647,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Head-of-a-Girl_Poster_CompositorV1_1788406433387.jpg?v=1788407379"},{"product_id":"the-virgin-and-child-with-the-infant-saint-john-the-baptist-bernardino-luini","title":"The Virgin and Child with the Infant Saint John the Baptist - Bernardino Luini","description":"\u003cp\u003eA serene High Renaissance composition by Bernardino Luini, depicting the Virgin Mary with the Christ Child and the infant Saint John the Baptist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBernardino Luini, a prominent figure of the Lombard school, produced this work during the height of the Italian Renaissance. The composition depicts the Virgin Mary seated with the Christ Child and the young Saint John the Baptist. Luini was a devoted follower of Leonardo da Vinci, and his influence is visible in the soft modelling of the figures and the gentle sfumato technique used to blur the transitions between light and shadow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Virgin is dressed in traditional red and blue garments, her expression calm and maternal. She supports the Christ Child, who reaches out towards the young Saint John. The figures are positioned against a dark, rocky backdrop that opens to a distant, atmospheric view of a mountainous landscape. This contrast between the intimate foreground and the expansive, hazy distance is a hallmark of the period. The botanical details at the base of the painting, including small flowers and grasses, demonstrate the artist's attention to naturalistic observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuini’s work often prioritised grace and emotional clarity. In this piece, the interaction between the two children is rendered with a sense of quiet harmony. The lighting is focused on the faces and limbs of the figures, drawing the viewer into the narrative of the scene. The painting reflects the technical standards of early sixteenth-century Milanese art, where the legacy of Leonardo was adapted into a more accessible and sentimental style. This museum-grade print captures the subtle tonal shifts of the original oil painting, preserving the delicate balance of the composition and the soft, diffused light that defines Luini’s approach to religious subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bernardino Luini","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58653611557199,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58653619978575,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58653620011343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58653620044111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58653620076879,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58653620109647,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58653620142415,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58653620175183,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58653620207951,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58653620240719,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58653620273487,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58653620306255,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Virgin-and-Child-with-the-Infant-Saint-John-the-Baptist_Poster_CompositorV1_1788407667194.jpg?v=1788409083"},{"product_id":"virgin-and-child-bernardino-luini","title":"Virgin and Child - Bernardino Luini","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic High Renaissance depiction of the Virgin and Child, showcasing the soft sfumato technique and gentle emotional tone characteristic of Bernardino Luini.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBernardino Luini, a prominent figure in the Lombard school, produced this depiction of the Virgin and Child during the early sixteenth century. Luini is frequently associated with the stylistic orbit of Leonardo da Vinci, and this work demonstrates the soft, atmospheric modelling known as sfumato that defined the period. The figures emerge from a dark, indistinct background, which focuses the viewer on the gentle interaction between the mother and the infant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Virgin is shown in a contemplative pose, her features rendered with a characteristic softness that avoids harsh outlines. Her expression is one of quiet introspection. Beside her, the Christ Child is depicted with a naturalistic anatomy, his posture suggesting a sense of movement. The composition relies on the subtle interplay of light and shadow to define the forms, a technique Luini mastered through his study of Leonardo's methods. The paint surface shows signs of age, including craquelure, which provides a sense of the physical history of the panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuini was active in Milan and its surrounding regions, where he executed numerous religious commissions for churches and private patrons. His approach to the subject of the Virgin and Child remained consistent throughout his career, often favouring a gentle, humanised portrayal of sacred figures. This particular work reflects the aesthetic preferences of the Lombard Renaissance, where the emphasis was placed on grace, emotional accessibility, and the technical refinement of light. The muted palette and the focus on the psychological connection between the two figures are typical of the devotional art produced in this region during the transition from the High Renaissance to the Mannerist period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/memory-of-a-voyage-rene-magritte\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMemory of a Voyage - René Magritte — René Magritte\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bernardino Luini","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58654175822159,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58654183752015,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58654183784783,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58654183817551,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58654183850319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58654183883087,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58654183915855,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58654183948623,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58654183981391,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58654184014159,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58654184046927,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58654184079695,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Virgin-and-Child_Poster_CompositorV1_1788408579876.jpg?v=1788421378"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/collections\/bernardino-luini.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}