Fotoreproductie van een schilderij van Maria met Christus c. 1865 - 1900

Laurens Lodewijk Kleijn created this photographic reproduction of a painting of Mary with Christ, capturing a profound image with deep cultural roots. The halo, a circle of light, signifies divinity, a symbol adopted by Christianity from ancient Roman art to denote power and holiness. The motif of Madonna and Child, tenderly embracing, echoes across centuries, harking back to ancient Egyptian depictions of Isis and Horus. This embrace transcends mere physical affection; it symbolizes protection and nourishment. Think of the countless Renaissance Madonnas, each a variant on this theme, yet all evoking the same primal bond. The gentle inclination of Mary's head towards the child is a powerful visual cue, a gesture of intimacy that resonates with our most basic instincts. This image engages us on a deeply subconscious level, tapping into the universal human experience of maternal love, continuously resurfacing in art across time and cultures.