Maria met het Christuskind 1597 - 1599

"Maria met het Christuskind" (1597-1599) is an engraving by Johann Sadeler I, showcasing the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is framed by an elaborate border featuring botanical motifs and insects. The composition is typical of religious artwork, with a central figure of the Virgin Mary and her son. The use of a decorative frame and detailed depiction of the flora and fauna, typical of Sadeler's work, enhances the visual appeal and adds a layer of symbolic meaning.