Virgin and Child with Saints n.d.

This black chalk drawing by Raphael, the Italian High Renaissance master, depicts the Virgin Mary with the Christ Child and two saints. The drawing, likely a preparatory sketch for a larger painting, showcases Raphael's mastery of composition and figure drawing. The figures, rendered with delicate lines and subtle shading, convey the tenderness of the subject matter. The piece, now housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, exemplifies Raphael's artistic genius and the profound impact of his work on subsequent generations.