Divine Infant with the Globe in a Circle with Four Angels

Netherlandish 15th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image features a detailed illustration of a central figure shown from the waist up, sitting in a frontal position. The figure has an expressionless face with stylized features. They have short wavy or curly hair, and are dressed in a cloak with voluminous sleeves, holding a prominent cross and orb. Surrounding the figure is a circular radiant motif with rays extending outward. The circle contains text in Gothic script with small angel figures at the corners. The background is filled with intricate patterns and designs consistent with medieval woodcuts.