{"product_id":"madonna-and-child-erasmus-quellinus-ii","title":"Madonna and Child - Erasmus Quellinus II","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic Flemish Baroque depiction of the Madonna and Child by Erasmus Quellinus II, showcasing the artist's mastery of light and humanised religious portraiture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErasmus Quellinus II, a prominent figure in the Flemish Baroque tradition, produced this depiction of the Madonna and Child during the mid-seventeenth century. Quellinus was a pupil and collaborator of Peter Paul Rubens, and his work reflects the stylistic influence of the Antwerp school. The composition focuses on the intimate interaction between the figures, set against a darkened, atmospheric backdrop that suggests a wooded environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Virgin is shown in a traditional red garment, partially draped in a dark mantle, while the infant Christ is rendered with the soft, rounded forms typical of the period. The lighting is directed to draw attention to the central figures, creating a contrast with the shadowy, indistinct foliage behind them. Quellinus employs a technique that balances the physical presence of the subjects with a sense of quietude. The brushwork is controlled, allowing for the subtle modelling of skin tones and the texture of the fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work belongs to a genre of devotional imagery that was common in the Low Countries during the seventeenth century. It avoids the theatricality found in some contemporary works, opting instead for a more grounded, humanised portrayal of the sacred subjects. The landscape elements, while secondary, provide a sense of depth and context, typical of the period's interest in integrating figures into natural settings. The painting demonstrates the technical proficiency of Quellinus, who was well-regarded for his ability to synthesise the grand manner of his contemporaries with a more restrained, classical approach to composition and form. This print captures the tonal range of the original oil painting, preserving the interplay of light and shadow that defines the work.\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\/madonna-with-child-standing-on-a-parapet-giovanni-bellini\" 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;\"\u003eMadonna, with Child Standing on a Parapet by Giovanni Bellini\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/madonna-and-child-with-the-milk-soup-gerard-david\" 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;\"\u003eMadonna and Child with the Milk Soup by Gerard David\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Erasmus Quellinus II","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59147330486607,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59147335434575,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59147335467343,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59147335500111,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59147335532879,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59147335565647,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59147335598415,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59147335631183,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59147335663951,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59147335696719,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59147335729487,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59147335762255,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Madonna-and-Child_Poster_CompositorV1_1792110290890.jpg?v=1792301864","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/madonna-and-child-erasmus-quellinus-ii","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}