"The Virgin and Child Enthroned, painted around 1470, depicts the Virgin seated on a throne with the Christ Child on her knee, under an architectural canopy."
"Imaging investigations revealed the underlying drawings and perspective lines, confirming the checkered marble floor recedes under the Virgin's feet to a one point perspective."
"Art historians believe the Virgin and Child Enthroned was also an altarpiece, albeit on a smaller scale, intended for a more intimate private chapel."
"The painting has a rich history, having been in the oratory of the Convent of San Giuliano in Florence before passing through various owners."
The Klesch Collection acquired a rare early work by Sandro Botticelli, 'Virgin and Child Enthroned', which will be displayed at the Ashmolean Museum after an export bar. Previously attributed to Botticelli's workshop, new imaging studies reveal its complexity and detail, confirming its authenticity. Painted around 1470, the piece depicts the Virgin and Child under an architectural canopy. Art historians believe it was intended for a private chapel. The painting has a rich history, moving through various owners before its recent acquisition.
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