1533
oil
panel
From the collection of The Phoebus Foundation
Adoration of the Magi is a 1533 oil by Pieter Coecke van Aelst, a Flemish Baroque painting work, depicting Balthazar, held at The Phoebus Foundation.
This painting is a triptych, divided into three sections. The center panel shows a group of people gathered around a baby, with one man holding a small bowl and another man kneeling with his hands together. The side panels depict people in elaborate clothing, with one holding a sword and the other looking thoughtful. In the background, there are trees, buildings, and a mountain range, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere. The colors are muted, with earthy tones dominating the palette. The painting is a beautiful example of Renaissance art, and it's worth exploring more works by Pieter Coecke van Aelst to see his other masterpieces.
Pieter Coecke van Aelst or Pieter Coecke van Aelst the Elder was a Flemish painter, sculptor, architect, author and designer of woodcuts, goldsmith's work, stained glass and tapestries.
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