Virgin and Child 

This oil painting by the Flemish Baroque master Peter Paul Rubens depicts the Virgin Mary and the Christ Child. The Virgin, with her hands clasped in prayer, gazes down at the sleeping infant Jesus, whose fleshy limbs and cherubic face emphasize his divine nature. Rubens's masterful use of light and shadow, known as chiaroscuro, gives the scene a sense of depth and warmth, highlighting the intimate relationship between mother and son. The rich colors and dramatic composition are typical of Rubens's style, which influenced generations of artists.