Madonna between Saints Catherine and Barbara 1440 - 1460

This anonymous 15th-century artwork, "Madonna between Saints Catherine and Barbara," depicts the Virgin Mary seated on a throne holding the Christ Child. Saint Catherine, recognizable by her wheel, sits on the left holding a sword, and Saint Barbara with a tower sits on the right holding a palm frond. This composition reflects the popular devotional practice of the time, featuring iconic figures within an architectural frame. The delicate lines and subtle coloring of the artwork, characteristic of the late Gothic style, evoke a sense of tranquility and reverence.