1550
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Adoration of the Magi is a 1550 ink by German 16th Century, a Renaissance work, depicting Biblical Magi, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows three kings kneeling before the baby Jesus. The oldest king holds a golden cup. The middle king’s robe sparkles with patterns. The youngest king kneels simply, his gift a small casket. It uses cross-hatching to build shadows and light. The artist carved fine lines close together to make dark areas. The baby Jesus is lit softly, drawing your eye. Look for more German 16th Century engravings next.
A German artist from the late 1500s drew lively scenes of knights clashing in parades and mock battles.
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