Adoration of the Child

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One of Andrea's most striking creations is a series of reliefs featuring the Infant Jesus prominently displayed on the facade of Florence's foundling hospital. These exquisite child-figures are crafted with exceptional skill and a remarkable sense of variety, each one uniquely rendered to showcase the artist's versatility. Additionally, Andrea produced numerous reliefs of the Madonna and Child for guilds and private patrons, demonstrating his incredible inventiveness in this genre. Often, these reliefs are framed with lush garlands of fruit and flowers painted in vibrant enamels, while the central relief remains a pristine white. The color blue is frequently associated with the Virgin Mary, symbolizing her purity and innocence - a theme that Della Robbia consistently emphasizes throughout his work.