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This painting by Da Vinci was very controversial and had two versions. The painting itself showed Mary, John the Baptist, Jesus, and an angel. Mary was holding John the Baptist while Jesus blessed them. This painting was quite controversial because Mary wasn't remotely touching Jesus at all, so Da Vinci made a second version of the painting. Mary has a graceful air about her, which was a traditional Renaissance fashion. This painting is the first time in which a Renaissance artist has completely abandoned halos.

Images for kids

  • Leonardo da Vinci - Virgin of the Rocks (detail) - WGA12696

    Detail of Christ Child and angel, Louvre

  • Predis, Giovanni Ambrogio de — Angel in green with a vielle, part of S. Francesco altarpiece, Milan (bust) — 1490s

    Detail of green angel

  • Leonardo da Vinci 028

    Detail, London

  • Bernardino Luini - Holy Family with the Infant St John - WGA13760

    Bernardino Luini, The Holy Family with St. John. Museo del Prado, Madrid

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Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Virgen de las rocas para niños

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