Artwork
Triptych. Central panel: The Adoration of the Magi; left wing: The Nativity; right wing: The Circumcision
Triptych. Central panel: The Adoration of the Magi; left wing: The Nativity; right wing: The Circumcision is an oil painting by the Mannerist artist Anonymous Antwerp Mannerist. It dates from 1520 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.
About this work
Overview
This oil-on-panel triptych, created in 1520 by the Anonymous Antwerp Mannerist, comprises three scenes from the early life of Christ. The work is currently held at the Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest.
Subject & Meaning
The triptych depicts three consecutive events in the life of Christ: the Nativity (left), the Adoration of the Magi (center), and the Circumcision (right). Each panel presents a distinct moment, united by the presence of the Christ child and elaborate attire worn by the figures.
Technique & Style
Executed in oil paint, the work showcases intricate detail and textured rendering of clothing. The color palette is subdued, dominated by earthy tones such as browns and grays, which contribute to the overall somber atmosphere.
Artist & collection
Artist
Triptych: Adoration of the Magi, Adoration of the Shepherds, Circumcision
Triptych with the Adoration of the Magi
Triptych with the Adoration of the Magi
Triptych with the Annunciation, the Adoration of the Magi and the Nativity with Angels and Shepherds
Triptych of the Adoration of the Magi
Adoration of the Magi (Triptych)
Triptych with Adoration of the Magi![Altarpiece showing scenes from the Infancy of Christ: The Adoration of the Magi [center]; The Annunciation; The Presentation of Christ in the Temple; The Flight into Egypt; The Nativity [clockwise from upper left], by Master of Hoogstraeten](https://artifactworldgallery.com/img/master-of-hoogstraeten--altarpiece-showing-scenes-from-the-infancy-of-christ-the-ado--6a236bfea3373486-w320.webp)
Altarpiece showing scenes from the Infancy of Christ: The Adoration of the Magi [center]; The Annunciation; The Presentation of Christ in the Temple; The Flight into Egypt; The Nativity [clockwise from upper left]
Triptych of the adoration of the magi
Triptych of the Adoration of the Magi