The Madonna and Child with St. John the Baptist and St. Nicholas of Bari 1505

"The Madonna and Child with St. John the Baptist and St. Nicholas of Bari" is a painting by the Italian Renaissance master Raphael, created in 1505. The artwork is a prime example of Raphael's early style, characterized by his use of soft colors, harmonious compositions, and a focus on realistic portrayals of human figures. The painting depicts the Virgin Mary seated on a throne, holding the Christ Child, who is reading a book. St. John the Baptist stands on the left, while St. Nicholas of Bari stands on the right, both figures looking towards the Madonna and Child. The painting is now housed in the National Gallery in London, UK, and is considered one of Raphael's most significant early works.