Virgin Nursing the Christ Child

Cleveland Museum of Art

The sculpture depicts a woman wearing a long, flowing robe, holding a small child. The woman's robe is primarily reddish-brown with a green section on the lower part. The robe has a wide V-neckline and is draped over her left shoulder. Her hair is long and wavy, and she wears a crown on her head. The child is nude and has curly hair. The child is positioned on the left side of the woman, facing right, and appears to be breastfeeding. The woman's right hand supports the child's back, and her left hand is under the child's bottom. The sculpture is made of stone or wood and features a weathered appearance with visible signs of aging. The background of the image is a gradient that transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. The sculpture is titled "Virgin Nursing the Christ Child".