Artwork
The Annunciation to the Shepherds
The Annunciation to the Shepherds is a print by the Renaissance artist Jan Pietersz Saenredam. It dates from 1599 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 2002.20
- Credit line
- John L. Severance Fund
About this work
Overview
The Annunciation to the Shepherds is a 1599 engraving by Jan Saenredam, a Dutch Northern Mannerist artist known for his work in painting and printmaking.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving illustrates the biblical scene where an angel announces Christ's birth to shepherds, capturing the moment of revelation amidst a dramatic display of heavenly and earthly figures.
Technique & Style
Saenredam's use of engraving techniques emphasizes light and shadow, creating a detailed and realistic representation that highlights the emotional response of the figures in the scene.
History & Provenance
Created during the late 16th century, the work reflects the Northern Mannerist style prevalent in the Netherlands at the time, drawing on biblical themes.
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Artist
Jan Pieterszoon (abbr. Pietersz.) Saenredam (c. 1565 – 6 April 1607) was a Dutch Northern Mannerist painter, printmaker in engraving, and cartographer, and father of the painter of church interiors, Pieter Jansz…
