The Virgin adoring the Infant Jesus
1650
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1650
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This print shows a woman holding a baby. She’s dressed in flowing robes, her hands clasped in prayer. The baby reaches toward her face, and both look peaceful. The background is dark, making them stand out. Notice how the light hits their faces and hands, creating deep shadows. This makes the figures look three-dimensional, almost like they’re carved from stone. This effect is called chiaroscuro.
