1630
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Virgin and Child with Saint John is a 1630 ink by Simone Cantarini, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching shows a woman holding a baby, with a small child reaching toward them. The figures are wrapped in flowing robes, and the background has a building and swirling lines. The artist used dark lines to create shadows and texture, giving the scene a dramatic feel. Notice how the lines are both sharp and soft—some areas are packed with tiny strokes, while others are smoother. This mix makes the figures look alive and emotional. Try looking up etching to see how artists like Cantarini used this technique.
Simone Cantarini or Simone da Pesaro, called il Pesarese (Baptized on 21 August 1612 – 15 October 1648) was an Italian painter and etcher.
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