Paolo de Matteis (1662 – 1728), Workshop of - Madonna col Bambino

Paolo de Matteis (1662–1728) was an Italian Baroque painter whose workshop produced numerous religious and mythological works. The "Madonna col Bambino" (Madonna with Child) is a traditional Christian subject depicting the Virgin Mary holding the infant Jesus, symbolizing maternal devotion and divine incarnation. Paintings from de Matteis’ workshop typically feature elegant figures rendered with luminous colors and dynamic compositions characteristic of the Neapolitan Baroque style. Such works were often commissioned for churches or private chapels, serving as focal points for worship and illustrating key Christian theological themes with emotional warmth.