Badge with Adoration of the Shepherds (Escudo con la adoración de los pastores)
1770
unspecified
From the collection of Los Angeles County Museum of Art
1770
unspecified
From the collection of Los Angeles County Museum of Art
This painting depicts a serene scene of the Adoration of the Shepherds, with the Christ Child at its center. The infant lies on a bed of hay, surrounded by Mary and Joseph, who gaze lovingly at him. Above, a haloed figure in red robes points towards the child, while two cherubs look on from either side. A banner at the top bears an inscription in Latin. The painting is rendered in muted colors, with the figures' robes and the background blending together in soft hues. The overall effect is one of quiet reverence, as if the viewer has stumbled upon a private moment of devotion. For more works by the artist behind this piece, explore the portfolio of José de Páez.
