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The Adoration of the Magi

Simon Bening

National Gallery of Art

This is a painting of a traditional nativity scene. The scene shows figures, animals, and an outdoor setting with rustic architecture. The main focus is on a group of people gathered around a central figure holding a child. There are decorative elements such as animals, ornately dressed individuals, and angelic figures hovering above. The colors are rich and finely detailed, with a balance between delicate and vivid tones.

Artwork Details

Date
mid-1520s
Medium
tempera heightened with gold on vellum mounted to wood
Dimensions
7360 × 5430 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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