Who painted Adoration of the Shepherds?

Adoration of the Shepherds was painted by Bartolomé Esteban Murillo in 1650.

Where can I see Adoration of the Shepherds?

Adoration of the Shepherds is held by Hermitage Museum.

What movement is Adoration of the Shepherds?

Adoration of the Shepherds is associated with Early Baroque Italian.

Artwork

Adoration of the Shepherds

Bartolomé Esteban Murillo , 1650

Adoration of the Shepherds is an oil painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Bartolomé Esteban Murillo. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Hermitage Museum.

About this work

Overview

The Adoration of the Shepherds is a painting executed in oil paint by Bartolomé Esteban Murillo, a Spanish Baroque artist, around 1650.

Subject & Meaning

The scene depicts the Christ Child in a manger, surrounded by four figures, including a kneeling woman in red, who gently touches the swaddled infant. The calm atmosphere and intimate portrayal convey a sense of reverence and devotion.

Technique & Style

The painting showcases Murillo's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that exploits contrasts between light and dark to create a sense of depth and volume. The dark background highlights the figures, particularly the red and white hues, which glow softly.

History & Provenance

The Adoration of the Shepherds is part of the State Hermitage Museum's collection.

Artist & collection

Artist

Bartolomé Esteban Murillo

Bartolomé Esteban Murillo ( mure-IL-oh, m(y)uu-REE-oh, Spanish: ; late December 1617, baptised 1 January 1618 – 3 April 1682) was a Spanish Baroque painter.