Staande Madonna en kind met appel 1475 - 1480

"Staande Madonna en kind met appel" is a pen drawing by the Master of the Amsterdam Cabinet, dating back to 1475-1480. It depicts the Virgin Mary, standing and holding the Christ Child, who is nude and holding an apple. The drawing showcases the artist's detailed rendering of the figures' drapery and the intimate interaction between mother and child. This work is a testament to the religious and artistic sensibilities of the late 15th century in the Netherlands. The drawing's small size, measuring just 150 mm in height and 84 mm in width, suggests it was likely a private devotional work, intended for personal contemplation and prayer.