Virgin Supported by Saint John 16th century

This 16th-century wood sculpture, "Virgin Supported by Saint John," attributed to the School of Antwerp, depicts the Virgin Mary supported by Saint John. The piece showcases the characteristic Northern Renaissance style of the Antwerp school, with its focus on realistic detail and emotional expressiveness. The figures are carved with a sense of naturalism, their drapery rendered with meticulous attention to folds and textures. This small-scale sculpture was likely intended for private devotion, offering a powerful and intimate representation of the Virgin Mary's sorrow. The work is currently on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.