Die Muttergottes mit dem Kind unter einem von Engeln gehaltenen Baldachin, umgeben von vielen Heiligen und Engeln 

"Die Muttergottes mit dem Kind unter einem von Engeln gehaltenen Baldachin, umgeben von vielen Heiligen und Engeln" is a pen and ink drawing by the Italian Baroque artist Carlo Maratti, known for his refined and elegant style. The artwork features a central composition of the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child, surrounded by a multitude of angels and saints, a common theme in Christian art. The piece is believed to be a preparatory drawing for a larger painting. Maratti’s detailed and expressive lines bring the figures to life, showcasing the artist’s mastery of draftsmanship, a skill valued by artists of his time. This drawing is part of the collection of the Städel Museum, a significant repository of European art.