Maria met kind en Johannes de Doper 1601 - 1616

"Maria met kind en Johannes de Doper" (Mary with the Child and John the Baptist) is a drawing by Italian Baroque artist Guercino, created between 1601 and 1616 and now housed in the Rijksmuseum. The delicate sketch showcases the artist's mastery of capturing movement and emotion with subtle lines. The composition focuses on the intimate interaction between Mary and the infant Jesus, who is being held by her. John the Baptist, a young child, is seated at Mary's feet, creating a tender and devotional scene. This small drawing exemplifies Guercino's early style, known for its expressive lines and graceful figures.