Madonna with the Long Neck painted by Parmigianino from 1535 to 1540 is a great example of Mannerist art. The composition is focused on Virgin Mary sitting with Jesus on her knees. Interestingly enough, the elongated and beautiful shape of the body of the Virgin Mary is similar to that of the Christ Child she holds in her arms. However, the painting does not seem symmetrical because, on the left-hand side, a group of angels is represented in the foreground while an architectural column can be seen on the right side without an opposing object. Therefore, it looks like there is empty space in the scene. It should also be mentioned that the elongated figures and lack of symmetry contribute to the sophisticated nature of the painting. The artist used bright colors and smooth surfaces to make his work look like a porcelain sculpture.

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