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Birth of Christ

Unknown

oil

panel

From the collection of National Gallery of Armenia

Portrait Religious Christ Child Jesus Christ Mary

Dominant colour

Birth of Christ is an oil by Unknown, depicting Christ Child, held at National Gallery of Armenia.

Who painted this?: Unknown
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Armenia

About this work

This painting depicts the birth of Jesus Christ. Mary, wearing a black robe with a red lining and a golden halo, stands over a manger with a baby inside. A man with a golden halo and a red robe sits beside the manger, looking at the baby. In the background, there are buildings and mountains. The painting is done on wood and has a warm color palette. The use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the scene. The painting is held at the National Gallery of Armenia.