Saint Anne with the Madonna and Child 1470 - 1500

This anonymous woodcut depicts Saint Anne, the mother of the Virgin Mary, holding the Christ child and Mary. The figures are set within a decorative arch, reminiscent of Gothic architecture. The artist uses bold, flat colors and simple lines to represent the figures, characteristic of the woodcut style. The inscription at the top of the image, "Sanna mater," identifies the subject matter. Created between 1470 and 1500, the artwork showcases the devotional art of the late medieval period, portraying a central theme of Christian faith.