Virgin and Child 1472 - 1478

Antonio Rossellino's "Virgin and Child" (1472-1478) is a silver plaquette depicting the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child. The work displays the artist's skill in rendering the delicate features of the figures and the flow of Mary's drapery. The piece, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is an example of the Renaissance interest in classical art and the beauty of the human form. It is also a testament to the high level of craftsmanship and artistry that was prevalent in Italy during the 15th century.