The Virgin holding the infant Christ, a circular composition, after Reni 1595 - 1645

This anonymous drawing, dating from 1595-1645, is a reproduction of Guido Reni's iconic "Virgin and Child." The composition is a circular one, common in Renaissance art, and the subject matter is a traditional representation of the Virgin Mary cradling the infant Jesus. The artist's use of hatching and cross-hatching creates a sense of volume and depth in the figures, typical of the Baroque style. The overall effect is one of serenity and tender devotion, a testament to the enduring power of the Madonna and Child theme in Western art.