The Nativity
1500
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1500
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This altarpiece shows the baby Jesus lying on straw, wrapped in blue cloth. Two angels hover nearby. The shepherds kneel in the background, holding gifts. The artist copied a wooden relief by a sculptor named Hans Klocker. It’s now in the Belvedere in Vienna. The paint looks worn in spots, which gives it a quiet, old feel. It’s a small part of a bigger altar setup. Check out the Victoria and Albert Museum page for this piece.
