Maria met Kind 1621 - 1667

Jacob Duck’s etching presents us with a vision of Maria met Kind. Here, the tender image of the Virgin Mary with the Christ Child resonates deeply with centuries of artistic and cultural expressions. Consider the veil, a symbol of modesty, purity, and divine protection, often seen in depictions of the Madonna across different eras. This motif echoes in countless works, from Byzantine icons to Renaissance paintings, each time imbued with a similar blend of reverence and maternal love. The intimate pose, where Mary cradles the infant Jesus, is not merely a representation of motherhood; it's an appeal to our primal connection with nurturing and care. Think of ancient fertility figures, and how this archetypal image taps into a collective memory of safety and comfort. It's a recurring dream, if you will, a deeply ingrained emotional response that transcends time. This image pulls at the very core of our being, a testament to the enduring power of symbols to shape and reflect our deepest emotions.