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Virgin and Child in a Landscape

Aegidius Sadeler II after Albrecht Dürer

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a woman seated with a child on her lap. The woman is leaning forward, looking down with eyes partially closed. She has long, straight hair, partially covered by a veil, and is wearing a draped gown with long sleeves. The unclothed child is reaching outward and held securely by the woman. The scene includes animals, plants, and a pastoral setting with a wooden building, shepherds, and hills in the background. A star shines above among clouds.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1598
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3560 × 4877 px
Public Domain
Yes
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