1598
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Virgin and Child in a Landscape is a 1598 ink by Aegidius Sadeler II, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting depicts the Virgin Mary and the Christ child in a serene landscape. The Virgin, dressed in a long robe, sits on a bench, gently holding the child in her lap. The child reaches out to touch a flower, while the Virgin looks down at him with a gentle expression. The background features rolling hills, trees, and a distant village, creating a sense of depth and tranquility. In the foreground, a small dog and a bird add a touch of warmth and life to the scene. The overall atmosphere is one of peace and devotion, capturing a tender moment between the Virgin and the Christ child. This engraving on laid paper is a beautiful example of Renaissance art. To learn more about the artist's technique, look up "engraving" next.
Aegidius Sadeler or Aegidius Sadeler II (1570–1629) was a Flemish engraver who was principally active at the Prague court of Rudolf II, Holy Roman Emperor and his successors.
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