The Virgin & Child with Four Angels c. early 16th century

This bronze plaquette, dating from the early 16th century, depicts the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child surrounded by four angels. The Virgin is shown seated, cradling the Christ Child in her arms, while the angels, with their wings outstretched, seem to hover around them. The plaquette's small size, along with the intricate details of the figures, suggests it was intended for private devotion. The work's anonymous creator skillfully captures the tenderness of the Virgin and Child's embrace, along with the celestial presence of the angels, creating a deeply moving scene.