Late 16th Century Pair Of Oil Paintings On Wooden Panels

Elegant pair of oil paintings on wooden panels, depicting Jesus and the Madonna in their youthful physiognomy. Originally part of a larger wooden altar piece,these two works are now presented as precious fragments. Both Jesus and the Madonna are adorned with halos and wear tunics and dresses rich in color, the details of which are rendered with extraordinary finesse. Their gazes, turned downwards, emanate a candor and serenity that are striking. The painting technique used recalls the great masters of the 15th and 16th centuries, such as Raphael, highlighting the artist's skill. The frames, in carved wood and finished with bole, complete the works with a touch of elegance, even without gilding. The paintings are attributed to a painter from the Tuscan area, active around the end of the 16th century.

Measurements: H x W x D overall 37.5 x 29 x 4cm; H x W 31.5 x 23.5cm