Virgin with Child

• Country: Mexico
• Category: Painting
• Technique: Mixed media
• Medium: Paper
• Theme: Figure Painting
• Measurements: 10.24 x 14.17 in
• At Artelista since: Wednesday 7th of January 2026
• Tags: virgen, navidad, niño, dios, child, virgin

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Alberto Thirion, Virgin with Child

Alberto Thirion, a contemporary Mexican surrealist artist, has created at least two distinct artworks titled
"The Virgin with the Child
". These works address themes of transcendence and cultural connection and are part of his exploration of religious and cultural motifs.
About the Artworks

Medium and Style: Thirion is known for his surrealist style. One version of "The Virgin with the Child" is a pastel on paper, while another is an oil on paper painting. His work often uses traditional materials like amate paper.
Themes: The artwork is among those by Thirion that delve into profound, contextualized themes, including religious iconography and the nature of Mexican cultural identity, as also seen in his works related to "La Guadalupana" (the Virgin of Guadalupe).
Artist's Approach: Thirion's artistic personality is often described as provocative, using titles and themes that challenge conventions and invite reflection from the viewer. His approach to a classic religious subject like the Virgin with the Child is likely imbued with his unique surrealist perspective.

Availability
Several of Alberto Thirion's works, including versions of "The Virgin with the Child," have been made available for sale or display on various online art platforms.

A pastel on paper version from 2019 is listed for sale on ArtMajeur.
An oil on paper version from 2016 was featured on Artquid.

For more information on the artist's style and available works, you can explore his profiles on sites like Artelista or ARTactif.