Polyptych of Cervara: center panel Madonna and Child Enthroned 1506

This painting is the central panel of Gerard David's "Polyptych of Cervara," created in 1506. The work depicts the Virgin Mary seated on a throne, holding the infant Jesus, who is playing with a bunch of grapes. The central panel is part of a larger polyptych, indicating the devotional nature of the work. David, a prominent figure in Early Netherlandish painting, captures the tender interaction between mother and son with meticulous detail, characteristic of his style. The composition's solemnity and the use of rich colors contribute to the work's sense of piety.