Maria en kind en heilige Anna 1500 - 1527

This 16th-century engraving, *Maria en kind en heilige Anna* (Mary, the Child and Saint Anne), by Marcantonio Raimondi, is a masterful example of Renaissance printmaking. The composition, depicting the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child while Saint Anne, Mary’s mother, sits beside them, is a popular theme in art. Raimondi’s meticulous line work and masterful shading create a sense of depth and realism, showcasing the influence of the great High Renaissance artist Raphael, whose works he often copied and adapted. The print is a small-scale work, but it demonstrates the power and beauty of the printing process.