Adoration of the Magi

Cleveland Museum of Art

Adoration of the Magi

Lucas van LeydenLinkedCulture matchlcp-0101cd592d86

Date
1513
Medium
engraving
Culture
Netherlands, 16th century
Department
Prints
Institution
Cleveland Museum of Art
Object ID
105052

While the arrival of the Magi in the Mirror of Holiness, CMA 2005.145.36.b , is a fairly quiet affair, here the kings enter the holy birthplace with great fanfare, accompanied by a large retinue. A wide variety of costumes, poses, figural types, and facial expressions enhance the theatricality and visual interest of the scene. Particularly luxurious are the costumes of the Magi and the priceless gifts they have brought. Amid the noise and splendor, the infant Jesus is distinguished by the brilliant light that emanates from his head.

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Charles W. Harkness Endowment Fund
Provenance
Alfred Morrison | Gerstenberg | Alfred Morrison; Gerstenberg

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