Madonna and Child with the Infant Saint John 1527 - 1585

This pen drawing by Luca Cambiaso depicts the Madonna and Child, with the infant Saint John the Baptist. The drawing was created between 1527 and 1585, the same year as the artist's death, and showcases his mastery of drawing technique. The piece, currently held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, is a small-scale work at 7 by 9-3/4 inches. The composition, framed by a simple background, showcases Cambiaso's style of highlighting figures and their interaction, creating a timeless and intimate depiction of the Madonna and Child.