Pacher, Michael, Follower of (German, late 1400s) German artists

The composition presents a vertical arrangement centered around a seated female figure, radiating an aura of solemnity and grace. She is positioned against a background of gold leaf, which intensifies her presence and elevates her status within the depicted scene. The woman holds a small infant in her arms, who extends his hand towards one of the flanking figures.
Two additional women are situated on either side of the central figure. The female to the left bears a cross, held aloft with an expression suggesting reverence or contemplation. To the right, another woman is depicted holding what appears to be a bound book, her gaze directed downwards in a posture of quiet devotion. Their garments display rich colors and intricate folds, indicative of their importance within the narrative.
Above the central figure, two winged figures hover, one bearing a crown which it offers towards the seated woman. The other angel seems to hold an object that is partially obscured by the composition. These celestial beings reinforce the spiritual significance of the scene.
At the base of the painting, several objects are scattered – a chalice, a cloth-covered container, and what appears to be a musical instrument. Their placement suggests symbolic elements related to ritual or sacrifice, though their precise meaning remains open to interpretation.
The overall effect is one of hierarchical order and spiritual devotion. The artist employed a restrained palette dominated by blues, reds, greens, and gold, contributing to the painting’s sense of formality and piety. The figures are rendered with a degree of naturalism in their faces and gestures, yet they remain idealized representations within a clearly symbolic framework. The work likely served as an object of private devotion or as part of a larger altarpiece, intended to inspire contemplation and reverence.