Adoration of the child
1455
paint
From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Berlin
1455
paint
From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Berlin
This painting depicts a serene scene of the Adoration of the Child. In the foreground, a woman with long hair and a halo is shown with her hands clasped together in prayer, standing beside a man with a long white beard and a dark robe. The man is kneeling, gazing at a baby lying on a white cloth. A dark animal is positioned to the right of the baby. In the background, there is a wooden structure resembling a stable or manger, complete with a sloping roof and a small window. Through this window, two men are visible, one of whom is looking out. Above the structure, several white animals are depicted, including sheep and birds. The overall atmosphere of the painting exudes a sense of reverence and devotion. To explore more works by the Master of the Polling Panels, visit the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
