Madonna and Child with Saint Anne by Caravaggio. The Virgin Mary and a young Jesus crush a serpent beneath their feet as an elderly Saint Anne looks on in deep shadow.

Madonna and Child with Saint Anne

Caravaggio

1605 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A dramatic Baroque masterpiece featuring Caravaggio's signature chiaroscuro lighting and bold emotional intensity.

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Where it works

A weightier piece with lively force with warm, lived-in color — supports a polished room with depth.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
Placement
Works well in taller wall spaces with room around it
Walls
Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Charcoal black, Muted red

About the piece

Painted in 1605, this dramatic work by Caravaggio captures the Virgin Mary teaching the Christ child to crush the head of a serpent, symbolising the triumph over sin. The striking use of chiaroscuro—deep shadows and luminous highlights—is a hallmark of the artist's revolutionary style and creates a powerful, grounding presence.

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