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Burundi #CB44 (1977) – Christmas
“La Vierge et L’Enfant”, Maitre de Moulins
“La Vierge et L’Enfant” (The Virgin and Child) is a common theme in Christian art, depicting the Virgin Mary holding the infant Jesus. The term you mentioned, “Maitre de Moulins” refers to the Master of Moulins, an unidentified French painter active in the late 15th century. The Master of Moulins is known for his distinctive style, characterized by elegant compositions, delicate figures, and rich colors.
One of the most renowned works attributed to the Master of Moulins is the “Madonna with Saint Anthony the Great.” This painting, housed in the Cathedral of Notre-Dame in Moulins, France, exemplifies the artist’s skill in portraying the Virgin and Child in a tender and intimate manner.
The Master of Moulins’ depiction of “La Vierge et L’Enfant” would likely showcase his characteristic style, with careful attention to detail and a sense of serenity and grace. The Virgin Mary would be depicted as the idealized mother, cradling the infant Jesus, who symbolizes divine love and innocence.