cma-european-art: Education of the Virgin, Giuseppe Mazzuoli , c. 1700, Cleveland Museum of Art: Eur
cma-european-art: Education of the Virgin, Giuseppe Mazzuoli , c. 1700, Cleveland Museum of Art: European Painting and SculptureDuring the Counter-Reformation, the Roman Catholic Church increasingly upheld Saint Anne, the Virgin Mary’s mother, as an example of virtuous motherhood, particularly in emphasizing her daughter’s religious education. Its graceful composition also connects to the idealized, elegant work of Guido Reni.Size: Overall: 110.5 x 96.5 x 26 cm (43 ½ x 38 x 10 ¼ in.)Medium: marblehttps://clevelandart.org/art/1973.6 -- source link