Madonna and Child in a Glory c. 1475

This anonymous artwork, *Madonna and Child in a Glory,* from around 1475, depicts the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child in her arms. The figures are placed within a radiating aureole, symbolizing divine light. The use of gold and bright colors, as well as the depiction of the Madonna in a devotional pose, are characteristic of late medieval art. The artwork provides a glimpse into the religious beliefs and artistic styles of the period.