Artwork
The Adoration of the Magi
The Adoration of the Magi is an unspecified painting by the Early Renaissance artist Giovanni di Paolo. It dates from 1442 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1942.536
- Credit line
- Delia E. Holden and L. E. Holden Funds
About this work
Overview
The Adoration of the Magi is a painting by Giovanni di Paolo, a prominent artist in 15th-century Siena, Italy.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the biblical scene of the three Magi visiting the newborn Christ, as described in the Gospel of Matthew. The artist has elaborated on the biblical account, showcasing the Magi's entourage and the splendor of contemporary aristocratic life.
Technique & Style
The painting features rich colors and gold leaf, characteristic of Sienese art. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the intricate depiction of the kings' robes, horses' bridles, and courtiers' attire, highlighting the wealth and opulence of the scene.
Artist & collection
Artist
Giovanni di Paolo di Grazia was an Italian painter, working primarily in Siena, becoming a prolific painter and illustrator of manuscripts, including Dante's texts.
The Adoration of the Magi
The Presentation of Christ in the Temple
Madonna and Child with Two Angels and a Donor
Paradise
Saint Catherine of Siena Beseeching Christ to Resuscitate Her Mother
Saint Catherine of Siena Receiving the Stigmata
The Annunciation to Zacharias; (verso) The Angel of the Annunciation
The Creation of the World and the Expulsion from Paradise
