A serene depiction of the Virgin Mary and Christ Child by Filippo Lippi, an Italian painter of the Early Renaissance. The painting features delicate lines, graceful figures, and muted colours, typical of Lippi's style.

Filippo Lippi (1406-1469) was an Italian painter of the Early Renaissance. His work includes frescoes, panel paintings, and altarpieces, often featuring the Virgin Mary and other religious figures. Lippi's style is characterised by its delicate lines, graceful figures, and use of colour. He trained under Masaccio and influenced later artists such as Botticelli. His personal life was unconventional; he eloped with a nun, Lucrezia Buti, who later became the mother of his son, Filippino Lippi, also a painter. This painting depicts the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child. Mary is dressed in a red gown and a dark blue cloak, while the child is wrapped in red cloth. Both figures are adorned with golden halos. The background features a simple architectural setting with blue and white tones. The composition is balanced, with the figures arranged in a triangular form. The painting's colours are muted, creating a serene and contemplative mood. The delicate brushwork and attention to detail are typical of Lippi's style.