Maria met kind, kniestuk c. 1500

"Maria met kind, kniestuk" (c. 1500) is a terracotta relief sculpture by A. Rosselino. The sculpture, measuring 55 cm in height, 41.5 cm in width, and 4.5 cm in thickness, depicts the Virgin Mary cradling the Christ Child. The piece is characterized by its detailed modeling and naturalistic rendering, typical of the Early Renaissance style. The inscription "Ave Gratia Plena" at the bottom is a Latin phrase, meaning "Hail, full of grace," and is a reference to the Annunciation. The inscription, along with the intimate portrayal of the Virgin and Child, highlights the devotional nature of the work.