Madonna and Sleeping Christ Child with Male Saint n.d.

This anonymous red chalk drawing depicts the Madonna cradling the sleeping Christ Child, with a male saint looking on. The artist's style suggests a work produced during the 17th century, likely within the Italian Baroque period. The delicate lines and emphasis on the figures' emotional states are typical of Baroque art, with a focus on dramatic expression. The composition, where the figures are close together and appear to be interacting, adds to the sense of intimacy and devotion, highlighting the importance of the religious subject matter. This drawing, now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, serves as a compelling example of Baroque artistry in its exploration of faith and emotion.