Virgin and Child 1600 - 1688

This etching by Gerard Valck, titled "Virgin and Child," depicts the Virgin Mary seated with the Christ child. The composition is framed by an oval border, and the figures are rendered in delicate detail, with careful attention to the drapery and the soft features of the subjects. This engraving is a testament to Valck's skill as an engraver, and it is a fine example of the religious imagery that was popular in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries. This piece, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a captivating example of artistic mastery and religious devotion.