Artwork

Adoração dos Reis Magos

Adoração dos Reis Magos, by Gregório Lopes, unspecified, 1539
Adoração dos Reis Magos, by Gregório Lopes, unspecified, 1539

Adoração dos Reis Magos is an unspecified painting by the Mannerist artist Gregório Lopes. It dates from 1539 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Ancient Art.

About this work

Overview

Adoração dos Reis Magos is a painting by Gregório Lopes, created in 1539. It is a religious work held at the National Museum of Ancient Art.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts the Adoration of the Magi, a scene in which the Christ Child is surrounded by a group of figures, including a woman in a blue robe holding the child, and others bearing gifts.

Technique & Style

The work is characterized by intricate detail and texture, with elaborate folds in the robes and realistic facial expressions. The color palette is subdued, featuring earth tones and soft blues.

Artist & collection

Artist

Gregório Lopes

Gregório Lopes (1490–1550) was an artist, born in Portugal.