Virgin and Child Seated on a Stone Slab 1500 - 1550

Lambert Suavius's "Virgin and Child Seated on a Stone Slab" (1500-1550) is an engraving depicting the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child. This Renaissance artwork, now held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, features a serene Mary, radiating light, and the infant Jesus looking up at her. The composition is simple and elegant, emphasizing the sacred bond between mother and son. Suavius skillfully rendered the figures and their flowing drapery, showcasing the precision and detail of the engraving technique. The inscription "1516" at the bottom likely signifies the year of creation. This intimate portrayal of the Virgin Mary and Christ Child is a testament to the enduring power of faith and the skillful artistry of Lambert Suavius.