Geboorte van een misvormd kind 1540

"Geboorte van een misvormd kind" (Birth of a Deformed Child) is a 1540 engraving by Giulio Sanuto, an artist who was born and died in the late 16th century. The artwork depicts the birth of a deformed child, with three women present. The scene is set in a simple room with a wooden floor and a table in the background. The engraving, now at the Rijksmuseum, demonstrates the graphic nature of 16th century art, where grotesque and macabre subjects were commonplace. The detailed depiction of the child's deformity evokes a sense of shock and pity. The composition is arranged with a strong sense of realism and detail, creating a chilling and disturbing atmosphere.