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Madonna of the Victory, altarpiece by Andrea Mantegna, 1496; in the Louvre, Paris. 2.85 Ɨ 1.68 m.
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Madonna of Victory

altarpiece by Mantegna
Also known as: ā€œMadonna della Vittoriaā€
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Madonna of the Victory, altarpiece by Andrea Mantegna, 1496; in the Louvre, Paris. 2.85 Ɨ 1.68 m.
Madonna of the Victory, altarpiece by Andrea Mantegna, 1496; in the Louvre, Paris. 2.85 Ɨ 1.68 m.

The "Madonna of Victory" is an altarpiece painted by Andrea Mantegna around 1496. It was commissioned by Francesco II Gonzaga, Marquis of Mantua, to commemorate his supposed victory at the Battle of Fornovo. The painting depicts the Virgin Mary and Child surrounded by saints and angels, with Francesco II Gonzaga kneeling in prayer. It is considered a significant work of the Italian Renaissance, showcasing Mantegna's mastery of composition, perspective, and his characteristic sculptural style. The painting is currently housed in the Louvre Museum in Paris.1

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