The artwork in question is an engraving titled “The Virgin standing, half-length, with the Child Jesus holding a flower,” part of a collection of drawings engraved after the works of Guercino. This piece is attributed to the noted artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi, who is renowned for his contributions to the Neoclassicism art movement and is classified under the genre of religious painting.
The artwork prominently features the Virgin Mary standing in a half-length pose, gracefully holding the Child Jesus. The Child is depicted holding a delicate flower, symbolizing purity and innocence. The intimate composition captures a serene and tender moment between mother and child, rendered with meticulous detail and a refined sense of divine tenderness. The drapery around the Virgin is skillfully detailed, enhancing the sense of depth and texture. The background, shaded and minimalist, ensures that the focal point remains on the figures, emphasizing the sanctity and reverence associated with the subject matter.
