Spanish school end of XVIII century. Lot n° 3

Spanish school end of XVIII century. "Immaculate Conception. Oil on glass. Measurements: 27 x 20 cm., 40 x 33 cm. (frame). Oil on canvas of vertical format and devotional character. The author collects in this work the figure of the Virgin according to the advocation of the Immaculate Conception. This theory is based on the presence of the crescent moon under the Virgin's feet and the appearance of the flowers that are arranged in the lower part of the canvas. It is true that in this case the author has not collected all the litanies linked to the presentation of the Immaculate Conception. However, he has opted for a sober composition, eliminating any detail that could distort the viewer's vision. On a neutral background is the monumental figure of the Virgin, immersed in a break of glory of golden light and quality. The Virgin places her hands on her chest and directs her gaze towards the sky in an attitude of prayer. Dressed in a red tunic and dark cloak, the artist removes the figure from the idea of universality and goodness associated with the white tunic and blue cloak and confronts us as spectators with a mother suffering for her son.