Virgin Mary Art

Mary and Baby Jesus Paintings encompass a wide range of styles and is generally seen in association with Catholic and Orthodox religious factions more than Christian mythology. These works usually show the Madonna, Mary, in various stages of her biblical importance, from the announcement of the Christ's birth to His death. The icon of the Madonna figure has been pursued by nearly all of the artistic masters in some form or another, usually at the behest of the Catholic Church. Some of these artists include Leonardo Da Vinci, Titian, Durer, Rembrandt, Raphael, El Greco, Michelangelo, and Bouguereau. The origin of Virgin and Child artwork dates back to a little after 400 AD and has been portrayed in nearly every style imaginable from Byzantium styles to modern Surrealism.