Why it matters
Mary stands on a half moon supported by cherubim, surrounded by stars, angels and symbols of her purity. Zurbarán painted this theme several times; this one is considered the best.
Did you know?
- It was painted in 1632.
- She wears a necklace with the letters A M, for Ave Maria.
- Angels hold lilies and roses, attributes of purity.
Based on the Wikipedia article Immaculate Conception (Zurbarán) (CC BY-SA 4.0).
