The Circumcision

Workshop of Master of the Borders with the Four Fathers of the Church

National Gallery of Art

The image shows five adult figures surrounding a seated child. Most of their bodies are visible, from the waist up. The adults appear to be standing around the seated child, who is being held. The child is depicted with simplistic facial features and short hair. Three of the adults wear distinctive headdresses, one has a pointed, green hat, and another wears a polka-dotted garment. One adult is shown holding a large circular object similar to a plate. The fifth adult is kneeling with hands extended towards the child. The adults wear ornate clothing, including long robes with patterns. The background is plain, with a border of yellow leaves along the edges.