Virgin and Child

The "Virgin and Child" is a compelling example of a religious painting from the Northern renaissance. Created by the renowned early Netherlandish master Hans Memling around 1479, it was designed for the Old St. John's Hospital in Bruges. The artwork, crafted on oak panels using oil paints, exemplifies the meticulous detail and vibrant coloration characteristic of Memling’s style. As part of the larger St John Altarpiece, the depiction emphasizes divine grace and maternal tenderness, embodying the spiritual devotion of the period.