Artwork
Adoration of the Shepherd
Adoration of the Shepherd is a print by the Renaissance artist Frans Crabbe van Esplegem. It dates from 1524 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1966.121
- Credit line
- Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund
About this work
Overview
Adoration of the Shepherd is an engraving created by Frans Crabbe van Esplegem around 1524. It is a print that showcases the artist's skill in the medium and reflects the printmaking traditions of the early 16th century.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts the biblical scene of the Adoration of the Shepherds, a common subject in Northern Renaissance art. The scene shows a group gathered around the infant Jesus, set against a landscape with buildings and trees.
Technique & Style
The print demonstrates a sense of depth and volume, achieved through the depiction of figures and objects in a way that creates a sense of space and distance. The use of line and shading contributes to the overall mood of the scene.
History & Provenance
Frans Crabbe van Esplegem, a Flemish artist active in the early 16th century, created the engraving. The print is now held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
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Artist
Frans Crabbe van Espleghem was a Flemish artist born c. 1480 Mechelen, Burgundian state, d. 1553 Mechelen, Habsburg Netherlands. Frans Crabbe began exploring printmaking after Albrecht Dürer's visit to the Habsburg…
