Virgin Mary and Christ sitting on the throne" is one of the most typical subjects in Christian art. It was often depicted in altars or niches. They are usually shown with the Virgin Mary sitting in the throne with the Christ child, who raises his right hand to bless the people, in her arms.
   This inlaid engraving is a work of the early renaissance in Tuscany. The Christ child here isn''''t raising his right hand, instead, he hides in the bosom of the Virgin Mary, just like a normal child. This trait is quite different of the Middle Ages. It emphasizes the human aspects of the Virgin and Christ, which is easier for people to identify with. After this, Christian art develops in this direction.