The Virgin and Child 1415 - 1482

"The Virgin and Child" is a glazed terracotta relief by Luca della Robbia, created between 1415 and 1482. The work depicts the Virgin Mary holding the Christ child, a common subject in Renaissance art. It is housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, Denmark. The relief showcases Robbia's signature style, using vibrant white and blue glazes to represent the figures, known for its three-dimensionality and realistic portrayal. This example of the Renaissance style combines religious themes with a naturalism in its representation of the figures.