Maria met Kind 1638

"Maria met Kind" is an etching by Pierre Daret, a prominent Dutch artist of the 17th century, now housed in the Rijksmuseum. This artwork depicts the Virgin Mary cradling the Christ Child in her lap, a popular subject in religious art. The composition is intimate, with Mary's gaze directed down at the sleeping infant. The delicate lines of the etching create a sense of softness and tenderness, highlighting the motherly bond between Mary and Jesus. The print also includes Latin inscriptions, likely taken from a devotional text, adding another layer of meaning to the image.