Medici Madonna between St. Cosmas and St. Damian 1531

Michelangelo's "Medici Madonna between St. Cosmas and St. Damian" (1531) is a marble sculpture located in the Basilica di San Lorenzo in Florence. The composition features the Virgin Mary cradling the Christ Child, flanked by the patron saints of the Medici family, Cosmas and Damian. Michelangelo's signature style is evident in the powerful realism of the figures and the dramatic interplay of light and shadow. This work is considered a significant example of Renaissance sculpture, showcasing the artistic prowess of the master.