Maria met kind 1600 - 1639

"Maria met kind" is a 17th-century engraving by Pierre Firens, depicting the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child. The artwork features a central oval image of Mary and Jesus surrounded by a grid of smaller rectangular images, each representing a different attribute or symbol. The composition incorporates elements of Renaissance and Baroque styles, with a focus on symmetry, balance, and visual detail. Each image is accompanied by a Latin inscription identifying its meaning. The artwork's intricate details and symbolic imagery highlight the importance of the Virgin Mary in Catholic tradition.