The artwork titled “Madonna and Child” was created by Andrea del Verrocchio between circa 1475 and circa 1480. It is a tempera painting exemplifying the Early Renaissance art movement and belongs to the genre of religious painting. Currently, the artwork is housed at the Courtauld Institute of Art in London, United Kingdom.
In the artwork, the Madonna is depicted holding the Child with gentle and tender care. The Madonna is adorned in a regal blue mantle over a red gown, signifying her prominent status and divinity. The Child, shown to be naked except for a delicate string of beads, stands on a marble ledge with an endearing and solemn expression. The background consists of architectural elements and natural scenery, which beautifully merge to create an aura of serenity and spirituality. The attention to detail and use of light and shadow exhibit the mastery of Verrocchio in capturing the divine and humane connection between the Madonna and the Child.
