Current knowledge

Andrea del Sarto

The Virgin and Child between St Matthew and an Angel

© Photographic Archive Museo Nacional del Prado 334
Current measurements: 
177cm x 135cm
Date: 
1522

An imposing work by the Florentine master Andrea del Sarto, this painting came from the Mantua sale. It contributes to the theme of family and upbringing that is so evident from the room hang.

Sale Inventory c.1649-51
Walpole Society reference (1972):