The Virgin and Child with St. Anne
- Artist
- Albrecht Durer
- Date
- 1519
- Style
- Northern renaissance
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Metropolitan Museum of Art (Met)
"The Virgin and Child with St. Anne" is a masterful religious painting from the Northern renaissance period. Created using oil on a panel, this artwork beautifully combines detailed realism with spiritual symbolism. The figures of the Virgin Mary, Child, and St. Anne are rendered with delicate tempera techniques, showcasing the artist's skill and attention to detail. The composition reflects the era's emphasis on religious themes and technical mastery, making it a significant piece in the history of religious and Renaissance art.
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