Virgin and Child
1582
From the collection of Statens Museum for Kunst
Virgin and Child is a 1582 by Unknown, held at Statens Museum for Kunst.
This black-and-white photo shows a woman holding a naked baby. The woman has soft, flowing hair and a gentle smile, wearing a loose, draped dress. The baby is curled up against her, reaching for her hand with one arm while the other rests on her shoulder. The background is dark, making their faces stand out clearly. The lighting focuses on their faces and hands, creating a strong contrast with the dark background. This technique makes the figures look almost three-dimensional. Try looking up *chiaroscuro* to see how this lighting trick works in other paintings.
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