Maria met Kind in een nis, versierd met guirlandes 1586 - 1650

This 17th-century engraving, "Maria met Kind in een nis, versierd met guirlandes" (Mary with Child in a niche, adorned with garlands), by Cornelis Galle I, depicts the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child. The image showcases a complex composition with an architectural niche framing the figures, surrounded by cherubs and elaborate garlands filled with fruits and vegetables. Galle I was a prominent engraver who worked during the Golden Age of Dutch art and created numerous prints, including religious subjects like this one. This print is a testament to his skill and the popularity of religious imagery in 17th-century Dutch art.