The artwork, titled “Madonna and Child,” was created by Rogier van der Weyden between approximately 1435 and 1438. It belongs to the Northern Renaissance art movement and is categorized as a religious painting. The dimensions of the artwork are 100 x 52 cm, and it is currently housed at the Museo del Prado in Madrid, Spain.
In the artwork, the Virgin Mary is depicted seated, adorned in a flowing red robe with a white headcloth. She is tenderly holding the Christ Child on her lap. Both figures are engaged with an open book, suggesting a moment of teaching or reading. Above them, an angel is depicted placing a crown, highlighting the sacredness of the scene. The background consists of elegant gothic architectural elements, and the luminous colors, intricate details, and solemn expressions reflect Rogier van der Weyden’s masterful technique and the devotional character typical of the Northern Renaissance period.
