Who painted Triptych with the Adoration of the Magi?

Triptych with the Adoration of the Magi was painted by Unknown in 1560.

Where can I see Triptych with the Adoration of the Magi?

Triptych with the Adoration of the Magi is held by Rijksmuseum.

What movement is Triptych with the Adoration of the Magi?

Triptych with the Adoration of the Magi is associated with Mannerism.

Artwork

Triptych with the Adoration of the Magi

Unknown , 1560

Triptych with the Adoration of the Magi is an unspecified painting by the Mannerist artist Unknown. It dates from 1560 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum. This triptych, a three-panelled hinged painting, depicts a religious scene with the donors who commissioned it.

About this work

Overview

This triptych, a three-panelled hinged painting, depicts a religious scene with the donors who commissioned it. The work is a painting on wooden panels.

Subject & Meaning

The center panel shows the Adoration of the Magi, with the three kings presenting gifts to the Christ child. The side panels feature the kneeling donors, a man with his six sons and a woman with her five daughters, accompanied by Saint George and Saint Anne respectively.

Technique & Style

The painting showcases the artist's attention to detail, particularly in the rendering of the kings' attire and the donors' faces. The level of detail suggests a high level of skill.

History & Provenance

The donors' coats of arms, displayed on a lectern, identify them as members of the Van Rooy and Francken (or Vrancken) families, indicating that they commissioned the work.