View asset onlyNational PalaceThe Mafra Palace and Convent was built by King Joao (John) V (1689–1750). This was the king’s private chapel. The ceiling painting depicts the thanks of King Joao VI and Queen Carlota Joaquina to God for their first child – The Blessing from Heaven, after 8 years of marriage without succession. The painting of Our Lady, the Child Jesus and St. Joseph carpenter is attributed to the court painter, Inacio Oliveira Bernardes. Oil on canvas.IdentifierAKG1117403SourceSites & PhotosCredit lineSites & Photos / akg-imagesTopicSITES & PHOTOSGeographyMAFRAPORTUGALSize3307px × 4961px (46 MB) 27.9 cm × 42.0 cm @ 300 dpiSpecial Formats3744px × 5616px (60 MB) JPEG31.7 cm × 47.5 cm @ 300 dpiAdd to lightbox: 'My First Lightbox'Add to cartDownload
