The Virgin and Child Adored by Monks and Others 1727 - 1738

"The Virgin and Child Adored by Monks and Others" is a brown ink and wash drawing by the Italian artist Giovanni Battista Tiepolo (1696–1770) and is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. The drawing depicts the Virgin Mary and the baby Jesus receiving adoration from a group of monks and others. The composition is loose and dynamic, typical of Tiepolo’s style, and highlights the expressive gestures and dramatic movement of the figures. The delicate lines and washes of the drawing create a sense of ethereal beauty and underscore Tiepolo’s masterful skill.