Bidspirit auction | Virgin of the Rosary with

Virgin of the Rosary with the Child Jesus and Saint Anne. Flemish School. 17th century - Oil on copper. This delicate devotional composition presents the Virgin Mary seated, wearing a crimson tunic and a wide green cloak, holding the Child Jesus in a playful attitude as he caresses a rosary topped with a cross. On the left, the elderly figure of Saint Anne contemplates the scene with tenderness and contemplation, reinforcing the familial and pious dimension of the ensemble. The dark background, barely hinted at, allows the figures to emerge clearly, focusing attention on the gentle gestures and silent dialogue between the figures. The presence of copper as a support provides a characteristic luminosity and allows for meticulous execution, with precise brushstrokes, defined edges, and a rich color scheme that stands out in the drapery, especially in the intense greens and golden hues. The anatomical modeling is subtle, with soft flesh tones and idealized faces that recall the spiritual sensibility of the early Flemish Baroque. The triangular arrangement of the figures, the compositional balance, and the intimate atmosphere connect this work with Counter-Reformation principles, where art served as a vehicle for contemplation and religious instruction. This type of scene was common in cultured domestic settings, as an expression of piety and a model of familial virtue. The painting is part of the 17th-century Flemish tradition, in which technical mastery is combined with a deeply emotional and symbolic narrative. Dimensions: 65 x 52 cm.