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The Adoration of the Magi

Giuseppe Nicolo Vicentino, after Parmigianino

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a group of individuals in a detailed composition. In the foreground, a woman is seated on the ground holding a small, unclothed child on her lap. Surrounding them are several men interacting with the child. Some animals, including a horse and a bull, are in the background. The scene includes architecture with tall columns and beams, along with several other figures. The color scheme is mainly brown and ochre, with intricate details suggesting a narrative or symbolic theme.

Artwork Details

Medium
chiaroscuro woodcut
Dimensions
3561 × 4868 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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