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Explore the Coronation of the Virgin in Christian art, from medieval gold-ground altarpieces to Renaissance and Baroque visions of Mary as Queen of Heaven.

Explore how artists represented the Immaculate Conception through the crescent moon, crown of stars, radiant light and symbols of Marian purity. From early Renaissance altarpieces to the luminous visions of Murillo, these images unite theology, poetry and celestial beauty.

Explore how artists represented the Virgin Mary’s bodily assumption into heaven, from medieval visions of the empty tomb to the soaring altarpieces of Titian, Correggio and Rubens.

Explore the Baptism of Christ in Christian art, from early Byzantine mosaics to Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces, and discover the meaning of its sacred symbols.

Explore the history and symbolism of Our Lady of Guadalupe in art, from the sacred image at Tepeyac to its enduring place in Mexican culture and Christian devotion.

Explore the history and symbolism of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in Christian art, from its medieval foundations to its flowering as a powerful devotional image.

Explore how artists have portrayed Saint Michael the Archangel as a heavenly warrior, guardian and judge of souls. Discover the meanings behind his armour, wings, sword, scales and defeated dragon.

Discover the meaning of the Lamb of God in Christian art, from its biblical origins to the Ghent Altarpiece and Zurbarán’s haunting Agnus Dei.

Explore the history and symbolism of the Madonna and Child, from solemn Byzantine icons to tender Renaissance paintings of Mary and the infant Jesus.