Note the other Madonna and Child paintings in the gallery. Look closely. Those in other paintings have halos, which are often used to represent deities. Why do you think this particular painting does not include halos?

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Note the other Madonna and Child paintings in the gallery. Look closely. Those in other paintings have halos, which are often used to represent deities. Why do you think this particular painting does not include halos?

Madonna and Child

European Art: West Gallery»

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