Who painted The Nativity?

The Nativity was painted by German 15th Century in 1475.

Where can I see The Nativity?

The Nativity is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Nativity?

The Nativity is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

The Nativity

German 15th Century , 1475

The Nativity is a paint print by the Renaissance artist German 15th Century. It dates from 1475 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Nativity is a hand-colored print depicting a nativity scene, created using the metalcut technique. The image features a simple yet vibrant composition.

Subject & Meaning

The scene shows the Virgin Mary and Joseph kneeling beside the infant Jesus in a manger, with two angels above them, one holding a banner. The background includes a stable, a town, and a cow.

Technique & Style

The metalcut technique is evident in the outlined figures filled with flat colors. The artist applied yellow, red-brown lake, and green hand-coloring, with gold leaf patterns around the edges, creating a visually striking effect.