The Madonna making a gesture of intercession 1625 - 1715

This red chalk drawing, "The Madonna making a gesture of intercession," is a study by Italian Baroque artist Carlo Maratti for a larger composition. The piece captures a seated Virgin Mary with her head turned upwards in prayer, highlighting the artist's interest in classical beauty and refined draftsmanship. The delicate shading and subtle gestures create a sense of quiet contemplation, typical of Maratti's style, which blended elements of Renaissance and Baroque aesthetics. The drawing, part of the collection at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst, provides insight into Maratti's creative process and his enduring influence on 17th and 18th-century art.