Birth of the Virgin 1500

This 1500 drawing, titled "Birth of the Virgin," depicts a scene of a woman giving birth, surrounded by other women. The delicate lines and delicate shading in this pen-and-ink drawing creates a feeling of intimacy, highlighting the moment of birth and the care given to the mother and child. The artist's use of light and shadow lends a sense of depth and realism to the scene. The artwork's small size suggests it may have been a study for a larger work, showcasing the artist's attention to detail and the human form. While attributed to an anonymous artist, the composition and style are suggestive of early Netherlandish art.