Madonna met kind 1618 - 1655

Cornelis Schut's "Madonna met kind" is a 17th-century etching depicting the Virgin Mary cradling the Christ Child. The artwork is a classic example of the Madonna and Child theme, a common subject in Renaissance and Baroque art. The etching's detailed hatching and cross-hatching techniques create a sense of depth and texture, enhancing the depiction of the figures' drapery and the surrounding landscape. Schut's work is characterized by its dramatic use of light and shadow, which helps to emphasize the sacredness of the scene. The etching is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection and measures 139 mm in height and 122 mm in width.