Madonna and Sleeping Child

North Italian 16th Century (Possibly Veronese 16th Century)

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a woman seated with a child resting in her lap. The woman has her eyes closed and hands together in a prayer-like gesture. The child is reclining against her. The sculpture is made of light-colored marble with natural patterns and veins. It is crafted in relief with a wide border and landscape features in the background. The figures are created in a realistic style with attention to detail in the drapery and expressions.