Artwork
Anbetung der Hirten (zugeschrieben)
Anbetung der Hirten (zugeschrieben) is an unspecified painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Johann Christoph Storer. It dates from 1645 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
About this work
Overview
Anbetung der Hirten is a 1645 painting attributed to Johann Christoph Storer, a German artist known for his work in various mediums.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a nocturnal scene of the Adoration of the Shepherds, a traditional Christian subject. A woman holding a child is surrounded by shadowy figures, suggesting a moment of reverence or worship.
Technique & Style
The use of chiaroscuro, a strong contrast between light and dark, creates a dramatic effect. Light from one side illuminates some faces while leaving others in shadow, adding depth to the scene.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Alte Pinakothek's collection. Its attribution to Storer links it to the broader context of Baroque art, although its style is associated with the early Italian Baroque period.
Artist & collection
Artist
Johann Christoph Storer (Konstanz, 20 July 1611 – Konstanz, 15 January 1671) was a German Baroque painter, draughtsman and etcher.
