Maria met kind in stralenkrans 1500 - 1527

"Maria met kind in stralenkrans" (Madonna and Child in a Halo of Rays) is an engraving by Marcantonio Raimondi, an Italian Renaissance artist known for his skillful reproduction of Raphael’s works. This small-scale print, created between 1500 and 1527, depicts the Virgin Mary cradling the Christ child within a radiating halo of light, emphasizing their divine status. The delicate lines and intricate details, characteristic of Raimondi’s style, evoke a sense of tenderness and reverence, making this a popular subject in religious art. The engraving is now housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.