The artwork titled “Madonna and Child,” created by Rogier van der Weyden around c.1460, belongs to the Northern Renaissance movement and is categorized under the genre of religious painting.
The artwork portrays the Madonna, adorned in a dark blue mantle, tenderly holding the child Christ. The Virgin Mary’s serene and gentle expression evokes a sense of reverence and maternal care. Her delicate, elongated fingers are placed with grace upon the child’s body, illustrating an intimate connection between mother and child. The child Christ, partially covered with a white cloth, looks upward with a calm demeanor, engaging with his mother. The backdrop is composed of a rich, deep red drapery, which highlights the figures in the foreground, adding depth and contrast to the composition. The meticulous attention to detail, from the textures of the fabrics to the soft curls in Mary’s hair, exemplifies Rogier van der Weyden’s mastery in portraiture and devotional themes.
