Madonna

usgb/məˈdɑːnə/
noun

A picture or statue of the Virgin Mary.

The church had a beautiful Madonna at the altar.
Visual representation of "madonna" - A picture or statue of the Virgin Mary

Often appears as...

  • madonna and child
  • madonna in prayer
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Visual representation of "madonna"
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Religious Art

Often found in churches, expressing veneration for the Virgin Mary.

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The museum's Renaissance section has several Madonnas from Italy.
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Not Just Mary

While typically Mary, 'Madonna' can depict any virtuous woman in art.

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The artist's Madonna resembled his own mother, symbolizing purity.
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Cultural Symbol

Madonna is an enduring symbol of motherhood and compassion in culture.

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Her protective nature made us refer to her as the class's Madonna.
Visual representation of the word "Madonna"

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