Here at VirginiaRothschild.com, we do not just feature the stunning Baroque style paintings of Virginia Rothschild. Each Virginia Rothschild original also features an exquisite Baroque frame handcrafted by the artist.

The word "Baroque" is most likely derived from the ancient Portuguese word "barroco", meaning a pearl of unpredictable, elaborate shape. If you look at the Baroque style frames crafted by Virginia Rothschild, this could not be more appropriate. Indeed, each Baroque frame is as unique as a pearl. Each takes an unpredictable, elaborate shape that somehow perfectly complements the painting that it frames.

For specifics on Virginia Rothschild Baroque paintings and frames, please browse our virtual showroom.

Are you a student of art history? If so, then you know that the Baroque art period, typified by the work of artists like Rembrandt and Bernini, technically ended hundreds of years ago. However, the elements that characterize Baroque art - such as high drama, elaborate detail, rich color, intense emotion, and a focus on religious motifs - continue to be evident in the paintings of many artists working today. One of those artists is Virginia Rothschild.

While not living in the Baroque art period per se, Virginia Rothschild is a true Baroque artist. Painting in rich, deep hues, she has created a body of work that is emotionally evocative and beautiful in its grandeur. To find out more about this artist and her art, please feel free to explore our Web site.

Have you heard the term "triptych" or "triptych painting"? However, are you not entirely sure what triptych art really is? Simply put, a triptych is a work of art that is comprised of three sections or panels that are hinged together. Usually, the three sections are panel paintings or carved panels. Generally speaking, the central panel is the most important; the other two adjacent panels are related in theme but are less important. It is typically thought that the whole of the triptych is greater than the sum of its individual parts.

To view an excellent example of triptych art, we invite you to go to our online gallery here at VirginiaRothschild.com and take a look at Virginia Rothschild's The Virgin of Guadalupe and the Vision of Saint Juan Diego.