Virgin and Child Seated by a Tree (copy) 1513 - 1540

This engraving, "Virgin and Child Seated by a Tree," is a copy by Albrecht Dürer, made sometime between 1513 and 1540. The artist was a master of Northern Renaissance printmaking, renowned for his detailed engravings. The image depicts the Virgin Mary seated by a tree, cradling the infant Jesus in her arms. Dürer’s masterful use of hatching creates a sense of depth and volume in the figures, capturing the tenderness of the Madonna and Child theme. This artwork, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to Dürer’s skill and the enduring power of religious imagery in art.