Virgin and Child with the Prophet Daniel and Mary Magdalene

About this work

This drawing shows the Virgin Mary holding a baby, surrounded by two other figures. The Virgin is seated and wears a long robe, while the baby reaches out to touch a book held by a bearded man on the left. A woman with long hair kneels on the right, looking at the baby. The scene is set against a backdrop of trees and drapery. The drawing is rendered in pen, brown ink, and white gouache on laid paper, with delicate lines and subtle shading. The artist's use of light and shadow adds depth and volume to the figures. The Renaissance style is evident in the classical poses and elegant lines of the figures. To learn more about this style, explore the Renaissance movement.