Virgin and Child 1495

Andrea Mantegna's "Virgin and Child", painted in 1495, depicts the Virgin Mary holding the infant Jesus. The painting is known for its realistic portrayal of the figures, with an emphasis on anatomical detail. Mary's delicate features and the child's chubby limbs are rendered with careful precision, creating a sense of intimacy and tenderness between mother and son. Mantegna's use of light and shadow further enhances the realism of the figures, creating a sense of depth and volume. The painting is considered a masterpiece of the early Renaissance period.