Virgin with Infant 1935

"Virgin with Infant" (1935) by Francis Picabia depicts a stylized, almost icon-like image of the Virgin Mary and the Christ child. The artist, known for his Dadaist and Surrealist leanings, subverts traditional religious iconography through bold lines, flat colors, and a simplified composition. Picabia’s irreverent treatment of a sacred subject reflects the art world’s increasing interest in exploring religious themes through a modern lens, challenging viewers to consider the juxtaposition of the traditional and the contemporary.