The Visitation
Classification
religion
Department
Smithsonian Collection
Museum
Smithsonian American Art Museum
Credit
Museum purchase through gift of various donors and from Eleanor G. Hewitt Fund
Accession Number
1938-88-8744
About this artwork
Research in Progress
Art Historical Context
"The Visitation," created by Leonardo Parasole in 1591, captures a cherished biblical moment when the Virgin Mary visits her cousin Elizabeth. This religious subject, drawn from the Gospel of Luke, symbolizes joy, faith, and the recognition of divine purpose. As a work classified under religion in the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s collection, it reflects the enduring appeal of devotional imagery during the late Renaissance, when artists often explored themes of spiritual connection and human emotion. Acquired through museum purchase with support from various donors and the Eleanor G. Hewi...