Mary and the Infant Jesus
by Judy Via-Wolff
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5.000 x 7.000 inches
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Title
Mary and the Infant Jesus
Artist
Judy Via-Wolff
Medium
Painting - Ancient Egg Tempera Technique And Gold
Description
I hope you enjoy my painting of Holy Mary and the Christ Child. I painted this in honor of my own Mother. She always had this intriguing small relief sculpture about 4 inches in size that was made in Italy. It hung on her bedroom wall. I still cherish this piece. I am not sure where she got it from but it is now a family heirloom for me. I decided to paint it in the ancient technique of Egg Tempera Painting. It took me many weeks to complete due to the process. The Gold is real gold leaf applied with bole in the ancient technique also. I used colors that are favorites of mine. The original sculpture had more earthen tones of reddish orange. I tried to make this look as 3D as possible. I hope my Mother may see this from heaven. I hope this brings the joy and peace of the Season of Christmas to all who see it!!! Merry Christmas...
The process is a medieval technique that requires hours of patience. Tiny multi zero brushes are used on board that is gessoed in the ancient technique seven times and ground flat with a wooden block. Each layer of paint is applied in thin, thin glazes and layered at least seven times. This creates a jewel tone effect that shows layers of colors and tiny brush strokes. Gold leaf is applied on the clothing. Icon painting is still often done in this technique.
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November 23rd, 2013
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Comments (46)
Dave Luebbert
I love the feeling of this, very consoling. The warmth actually radiates outward from their relationship into the cold world. Very neat!
Hazel Holland
A very sensitive and beautiful painting, Judy! L/F
Judy Via-Wolff replied:
Thanks Hazel, I was unable to comment back as I had been injured, I do so appreciate your comment on this very personal piece!
ANA MARIA EDULESCU
So very beautiful and tender .... Magical painting with a deep spiritual content. Love this, Judy. f,v