Madonna and Child. Left Panel of Diptych de Melun 1450

"Madonna and Child. Left Panel of Diptych de Melun", painted by Jean Fouquet in 1450, is an oil painting depicting the Virgin Mary and her son, Jesus. The piece is notable for its intricate details and realistic portrayal of the figures. The Virgin Mary is seated on a throne, adorned in a crown and elaborate clothing. Jesus, a young child, sits on her lap and is surrounded by angels. Fouquet was a leading artist of the Early Netherlandish period, known for his meticulous detail and innovative use of oil paint. The work, now housed in the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp, is considered a masterpiece of Early Northern Renaissance art.