Maria met kind en Johannes de Doper 1633 - 1700

This engraving by Jean Pesne, created sometime between 1633 and 1700, depicts the Madonna and Child with the young John the Baptist. The print, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the artist's skill in capturing the tender interaction between the figures. The composition follows a traditional format, with Mary seated and holding the Christ child while John the Baptist kneels in adoration. This work exemplifies Pesne's ability to translate the iconic subject matter of the Virgin and Child into a sensitive and detailed engraving, a testament to the artistic trends of his time.