The Adoration of the Magi

Deutsche Grafik 1483–1490, vers 1485

This is a painting of a religious scene. The painting depicts a central figure seated with a smaller figure on their lap, surrounded by three other figures. The central figure wears garments adorned with a halo. The smaller figure on their lap appears to be holding an object or interacting with the other figures around them who seem to be in positions of admiration or worship. The figures are rendered in a medieval style with expressive lines and minimal color accents. The setting appears to be indoors, as indicated by architectural lines suggesting a structure or room. This is in the style of an early religious iconographic illustration.
Artiste
Deutsche Grafik 1483–1490
Datation
vers 1485
Catégorie
Estampe
Technique
woodcut, hand-colored in orange, green, and rose
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Domaine public, CC0

Description de l’image

This is a painting of a religious scene. The painting depicts a central figure seated with a smaller figure on their lap, surrounded by three other figures. The central figure wears garments adorned with a halo. The smaller figure on their lap appears to be holding an object or interacting with the other figures around them who seem to be in positions of admiration or worship. The figures are rendered in a medieval style with expressive lines and minimal color accents. The setting appears to be indoors, as indicated by architectural lines suggesting a structure or room. This is in the style of an early religious iconographic illustration.

Deutsche Grafik 1483–1490