The Virgin and Child with Saint Anne

About this work

This painting shows the Virgin Mary, her mother Saint Anne, and the baby Jesus. Mary and Anne sit together, looking down at the child. They're dressed in long robes, with Mary in red and black, and Anne in red and white. The baby Jesus is in Mary's lap, reaching for an apple that Anne is holding. The scene is set against a landscape with trees, hills, and a body of water in the distance. There are also buildings and people in the background, but they're not the main focus. The painting's style is detailed and realistic, with a lot of attention to the folds of the clothing and the expressions on the faces. If you want to learn more about this style, look up the technique of glazing.