Study for One of Two Stained Glass Paintings Representing the Nativity

Hans Süss von Kulmbach

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an elderly man tending to two oxen. The man is holding a stick or tool, gesturing forward with his other hand. He is positioned beside the oxen in a stable-like setting, with a stone archway and slatted roof visible. Above the scene, ornamental designs of acanthus leaves, a bird, berries, and leaves are depicted. The drawing features detailed lines and shading to create depth and capture a serene moment.