The  Adoration of the Magi

The Adoration of the Magi

Hendrik Goltzius

1594

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting, The Adoration of the Magi, depicts a scene from the Bible. In the foreground, a group of people gather around a baby, who is being offered gifts by three men. The baby is being held by a woman, and there are other people in the background, some of whom are looking on or engaged in conversation. The painting features a range of visual elements, including detailed clothing and architecture. The artist has used a range of techniques to create depth and texture in the image. For more information on the artist behind this work, look up Goltzius, Hendrick.

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