Virgin and Child 1480 - 1490

This Netherlandish painting, created by a follower of Rogier van der Weyden, depicts a traditional subject in art history: the Virgin Mary and her son, Jesus. The Virgin Mary, clad in a red and green robe, tenderly holds a nude Christ Child, who looks up at her with an innocent gaze. This painting is a prime example of early Netherlandish painting's emphasis on detail and realism, often seen in their religious subjects. The artist's meticulous attention to detail, particularly in the Virgin's soft features and the Christ Child's delicate skin, reflects the artistic trends of the late 15th century.