The Adoration of the Shepherds

Gian Jacopo Caraglio

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is an oval relief depicting multiple human figures. On the left side, there is a standing figure draped in a robe and wearing an adornment on their head. This figure appears to be guiding another person who is slightly bent over. The focus is on this second figure, with visible muscular details. To the right, there are two figures attending to a sleeping or reclining person. The relief includes architectural elements in the background, such as an arched structure. The material of the sculpture is bronze with variations in shading and highlights. The piece suggests a historical or classical scene, with rich details depicting interactions among the characters and setting.