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Various Sketches of the Madonna and Child (recto); Architectural Studies (verso) [partially visible on recto]

Paolo Veronese (Italian, 1528–1588)

Various Sketches of the Madonna and Child (recto); Architectural Studies (verso) [partially visible on recto]

Paolo Veronese (Italian, 1528–1588)
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Period

Renaissance

Theme

Religion & Mythology

Medium

pen and brown ink (iron gall) and brush and brown wash

Current Location

Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland

The Story

Various Sketches of the Madonna and Child (recto); Architectural Studies (verso) [partially visible on recto] by Paolo Veronese (Italian, 1528–1588).

“A silence so complete it becomes its own witness.”

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A restrained palette and sculptural lighting create a solemn geometry. The wooden crate and letter anchor the narrative with journalistic precision.