{"product_id":"virgin-and-child-william-adolphe-bouguereau","title":"Virgin and Child - William-Adolphe Bouguereau","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined 1888 religious portrait by William-Adolphe Bouguereau, featuring the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child rendered with exceptional technical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam-Adolphe Bouguereau, a leading figure of the French Academic tradition, produced this work in 1888. The composition features the Virgin Mary seated on a throne, supporting the Christ Child on her lap. The figures are rendered with the smooth, polished finish characteristic of Bouguereau's technique, which prioritised anatomical precision and a soft, idealised treatment of skin tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMary wears a dark, heavy mantle that contrasts with the pale, luminous flesh of the infant. The background consists of a decorative, gold-toned textile pattern, which flattens the pictorial space and directs attention to the central figures. Both subjects are adorned with halos, rendered in a subtle, linear style that integrates with the overall composition. The Christ Child is depicted with arms outstretched, a gesture often associated with the later crucifixion, while his gaze remains directed towards the viewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBouguereau was known for his technical mastery and his adherence to the rigorous standards of the École des Beaux-Arts. His work often drew upon classical and religious themes, executed with a level of detail that appealed to the tastes of the late nineteenth-century art market. This painting demonstrates his ability to balance traditional iconography with a highly refined, almost photographic realism. The use of light is carefully controlled, creating a sense of serenity and stillness. The inclusion of the footstool and the patterned floor adds a sense of domesticity to the scene, grounding the religious figures in a tangible, albeit idealised, environment. The work remains a clear example of the artist's approach to religious subject matter, focusing on the emotional connection between mother and child through a lens of technical perfection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/virgin-annunciate-titian\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eVirgin Annunciate by Titian\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/products\/the-mater-dolorosa-aelbert-bouts\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Mater Dolorosa - Aelbert Bouts by Aelbrecht Bouts\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/nl\/collections\/william-adolphe-bouguereau\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#2a555a;border:1px solid #2a555a;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#ffffff;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMore by William-Adolphe Bouguereau →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"William-Adolphe Bouguereau","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":59475369460047,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59475372671311,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":59475372704079,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59475372736847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59475372769615,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59475372802383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59475372835151,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59475372867919,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59475372900687,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":59475372933455,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":59475372966223,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":59475372998991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Virgin-and-Child_Poster_CompositorV1_1794448564187.jpg?v=1794448745","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/nl\/products\/virgin-and-child-william-adolphe-bouguereau","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}