Who painted The Adoration of the Magi?

The Adoration of the Magi was painted by German 16th Century in 1550.

Where can I see The Adoration of the Magi?

The Adoration of the Magi is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Adoration of the Magi?

The Adoration of the Magi is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

The Adoration of the Magi

German 16th Century , 1550

The Adoration of the Magi is an ink print by the Renaissance artist German 16th Century. It dates from 1550 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

This engraving shows three kings kneeling before the baby Jesus.

This engraving shows three kings kneeling before the baby Jesus. The oldest king holds a golden cup. The middle king’s robe sparkles with patterns. The youngest king kneels simply, his gift a small casket.

It uses cross-hatching to build shadows and light. The artist carved fine lines close together to make dark areas. The baby Jesus is lit softly, drawing your eye.

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Overview

The Adoration of the Magi is an engraving, a type of print, depicting a scene from Christian tradition.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving shows three kings, or magi, kneeling before the baby Jesus, each bearing a gift: a golden cup, an unspecified offering accompanied by ornate robes, and a small casket.

Technique & Style

The artwork employs cross-hatching to create a range of shadows and light, with closely carved fine lines producing darker areas and softer illumination on the baby Jesus.