Virgin and Child in a Niche 1520 - 1573

"Virgin and Child in a Niche" is an etching by Geoffroy Dumoûtier, a French artist active in the 16th century. The print depicts the Virgin Mary, standing within a niche, cradling the infant Christ. The figures are rendered with delicate detail, emphasizing the soft lines of the Virgin's draped garment and the child's delicate features. Dumoûtier's work exemplifies the high level of technical skill and the artistic expression that were typical of the Renaissance. This piece, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is a testament to the enduring themes of faith and devotion that continue to resonate with art enthusiasts today.