The Adoration of the Magi
Early Engravers, 1513
- Artist
- Early Engravers
- Date
- 1513
- Type
- Medium
- engraving on laid paper
- Dimensions
- sheet (trimmed within plate mark): 29.6 × 43 cm
- Collection
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licence
- Public domain, CC0
Image description
The image shows a detailed drawing of a group presenting gifts to a child. The scene includes figures in historical or biblical attire, with some kneeling and others standing. A child sits on a woman's lap while being offered gifts. The individuals wear robes and headpieces, with detailed cross-hatching and shading adding depth and texture to the scene. Architectural elements suggest an indoor or semi-enclosed setting.