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.IdentifierAKG1117408SourceSites & PhotosCredit lineSites & Photos / akg-imagesTopicSITES & PHOTOSGeographyMAFRAPORTUGALSize4961px × 3307px (46 MB) 42.0 cm × 27.9 cm @ 300 dpiSpecial Formats5616px × 3744px (60 MB) JPEG47.5 cm × 31.7 cm @ 300 dpiAdd to lightbox: 'My First Lightbox'Add to cartDownload
