Madonna of the Rose Bower, 15th century religious painting at Dominican Convent, Colmar, France.
The Madonna of the Rose Bower is an oil painting on wood panel created by Martin Schongauer, depicting Mary holding the Christ child surrounded by red roses and small birds. The work measures approximately 200 centimeters in height and showcases intricate details typical of 15th century religious art.
The work was created in 1473 and reflects influences from Flemish painters such as Rogier van der Weyden and Stefan Lochner. It eventually moved from St Martin's Church to its current location in the former Dominican convent.
The red garments and roses reference Mary's place in Christian tradition. Goldfinches appear as repeated motifs throughout the composition, reflecting artistic conventions of the period.
The painting hangs in the choir section of the former Dominican Church in central Colmar and is accessible during regular opening hours. The church location makes it easy to reach on foot from the town center.
The painting was stolen from the church in 1972 and recovered in 1973, drawing international attention to the theft. This dramatic event led to its relocation to the more secure Dominican Church for protection.
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