The image is a circular miniature painting of a Nativity scene. It features traditional religious figures and animals within a metal or wooden frame. Central elements include the infant lying on hay in a stable setting. The painting's precise lines suggest a medieval or early Renaissance artistic style, reminiscent of anonymous medieval iconographic artists.
Artwork Details
- Date
- late 15th/early 16th century
- Medium
- nielloed silver with gilded ground
- Dimensions
- 8712 × 8550 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original