Triptych of the Adoration of the Magi
Master of the Von Groote Adoration
1512
oil
From the collection of Städel Museum
Master of the Von Groote Adoration
1512
oil
From the collection of Städel Museum
This painting is a triptych, divided into three sections. The center panel shows a scene of the Adoration of the Magi, with Mary and Jesus at the center, surrounded by the three wise men and other figures. The side panels depict scenes of King David and the Queen of Sheba. The painting is done in oil paint and features a mix of warm and cool colors. The figures are dressed in elaborate clothing and the background is filled with detailed architecture and landscape. The painting is held at the Städel Museum. You can learn more about the technique of glazing, which was used to create the painting's rich colors and textures.
