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Epiphany

Unknown

1520

oil

panel

From the collection of Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

Mannerism Renaissance Religious

Dominant colour

Epiphany is a 1520 oil by Unknown, a Mannerism work, held at Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1520 · Mannerism
Where can I see it?: Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya

About this work

The painting "Epiphany" depicts a scene of the Three Wise Men visiting the newborn Jesus, surrounded by other figures. The scene is set in a courtyard with arches, and the characters are dressed in elaborate robes. The colors are rich and vibrant, with gold accents throughout. In the foreground, the Virgin Mary sits with the baby Jesus on her lap, while the Three Wise Men kneel before them, offering gifts. The other figures in the scene seem to be watching the scene unfold. The artist has used chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and volume in the painting. The level of detail and realism in the painting suggests that the artist was skilled in the use of oil paint. The painting is held at the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.