The Virgin in a Robe Embroidered with Ears of Corn c. 1470 - 1480

This anonymous German woodcut, created sometime between 1470 and 1480, depicts a woman in a robe embroidered with ears of corn, kneeling before a religious alter. The depiction of the Virgin Mary is rendered with fine detail, evident in the intricate design of her robe and the expressive lines of her face. This work is an example of late Gothic devotional art, which often featured religious figures and scenes intended to inspire piety in the viewer. The small scale of the artwork, measuring only 8.8 x 6.6 cm, suggests it may have been part of a personal devotional book or set of prints.