The Madonna of the Rosary 1674

This is 'The Madonna of the Rosary' by Vicente Salvador Gómez, a drawing rendered with ink on paper. At first glance, the composition is dominated by the figure of the Madonna, centrally positioned and surrounded by cherubic figures. The artist employs a complex network of linear strokes to create a sense of depth. Notice how the line work varies in thickness and density. This variation guides the viewer's eye through the composition, from the ethereal clouds below to the divine figures above. Consider the materiality of ink on paper. The fragility of the medium mirrors the delicate subject matter. The drawing explores the interplay between the earthly and the divine through the structural arrangement of figures and forms, creating a visual dialogue about faith and artistic representation. The linear structure serves as a framework for interpreting not just the image, but its broader cultural significance.