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Maria Lactans

Written by:  Jamie

Maria Lactans – A breastfeeding Madonna with Child has been seen throughout history as a symbol of God’s love for humanity.

Most-likely inspired by ancient Egyptian images of the goddess Isis breastfeeding a young Horus, the Maria Lactans were an integral part of Madonna iconography from 1100-1550 CE.

Here are some of my favorite Maria Lactans:

Michaelangelo

Michaelangelo

Netherlands, early 16th century

Netherlands, early 16th century

Jan Gossaert

Jan Gossaert

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 Michelangelo Buonarroti Madonna and Child 1520-25 © Casa Buonarroti, Florence


Michelangelo Buonarroti Madonna and Child 1520-25 © Casa Buonarroti, Florence

 

Madonna and Child c. 1609 Oil on canvas. 1.165m by 0.865m Spada Gallery, Rome. Source

Madonna and Child c. 1609 Oil on canvas. 1.165m by 0.865m Spada Gallery, Rome. Source

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Dec 14, 2014Jamie
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