Madonna and Child n.d.

"Madonna and Child" is a red chalk drawing on paper by French Baroque painter Pierre Mignard (1612-1695), currently housed in The Art Institute of Chicago. The drawing depicts the Virgin Mary, seated, cradling the Christ Child in her arms. The drawing is a preparatory study, characterized by the artist’s use of red chalk, highlighting the soft and delicate features of both figures. This work showcases the artist’s mastery of draftsmanship and composition, anticipating the refined style that would later define his mature paintings.