The Nativity

Deutsche Grafik 1460–1470, c. 1470/1480

The image shows three figures against a detailed backdrop. The central figure is positioned slightly turned to the left with long, flowing golden hair and a prominent halo. They wear a brown robe with red undertones. Behind them is a person with a beard and a sea-green hat. A small figure resembling a cherubic infant lies surrounded by golden rays. In the stable setting, two animals, likely a donkey and an ox, are depicted. The background shows a rustic stable with geometric designs. Above, an angelic figure with a halo and wings hovers. The image is bordered by an intricate frame with stars and circular symbols.
Artist
Deutsche Grafik 1460–1470
Date
c. 1470/1480
Type
Print
Medium
metalcut, hand-colored in yellow, red-brown lake, and green
Dimensions
6.4 × 4.8 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The image shows three figures against a detailed backdrop. The central figure is positioned slightly turned to the left with long, flowing golden hair and a prominent halo. They wear a brown robe with red undertones. Behind them is a person with a beard and a sea-green hat. A small figure resembling a cherubic infant lies surrounded by golden rays. In the stable setting, two animals, likely a donkey and an ox, are depicted. The background shows a rustic stable with geometric designs. Above, an angelic figure with a halo and wings hovers. The image is bordered by an intricate frame with stars and circular symbols.

Deutsche Grafik 1460–1470