The artwork titled “Madonna and Child” by Andrea del Verrocchio, executed in tempera, belongs to the Early Renaissance art movement and fits within the genre of religious painting. It is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art (Met) in New York City, NY, US.
The artwork depicts the Madonna tenderly holding the Christ Child, a common motif in religious art. The Virgin Mary is adorned in rich, elegant garments typical of the period, with a delicate veil covering her head. The Christ Child, standing on a ledge, is depicted with soft, cherubic features, his small hand holding onto a translucent piece of fabric. The serene and maternal expression of the Madonna contrasts with the inquisitive gaze of the infant Jesus. The background features a serene landscape, amplifying the sacred and tranquil atmosphere of the scene. The use of tempera, a medium known for its vibrant color and fine detail, enhances the spiritual and aesthetic quality of the painting, characteristic of Early Renaissance artistry.
