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Adoration of the Magi, Epiphany Triptych, detail, c. 1540 (oil on panel) (see also 345852)
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Adoration of the Magi, Epiphany Triptych, detail, c. 1540 (oil on panel) (see also 345852)
REV345853 Adoration of the Magi, Epiphany Triptych, detail, c.1540 (oil on panel) (see also 345852) by Coecke van Aelst, Pieter (1502-50) (studio of); Museo diocesano de Arte Sacro, Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain; (add.info.: Adoration des Mages, Triptyque de l Epiphanie; Epiphanie; Musee diocesain d art sacre, Vitoria; ); Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 23188920
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Adoring Birth Caspar Frankincense Gaspard Gift Gifts Melchior Myrrh Nativity Worshipping
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This print showcases a mesmerizing detail from the "Adoration of the Magi, Epiphany Triptych" painted by Pieter Coecke van Aelst in 1540. The triptych is housed at the Museo diocesano de Arte Sacro in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain. In this particular section of the artwork, we witness a profound moment as three kings kneel before the newborn Jesus Christ and his mother, Virgin Mary. The composition beautifully captures their adoration and reverence for the divine infant. The artist's meticulous brushwork brings to life every intricate detail - from the delicate folds of Mary's robes to the ornate turbans worn by each king. Their regal attire symbolizes their noble status while also representing different regions they hail from: Melchior, Caspar, and Balthazar. The significance of this scene lies in its portrayal of an important event in Christian tradition - when these wise men traveled afar guided by a star to present gifts to baby Jesus. Each gift carries symbolic meaning; gold represents royalty, frankincense signifies divinity, and myrrh foreshadows Jesus' eventual sacrifice. Through this stunning visual narrative, Coecke van Aelst invites viewers into a world where faith intersects with artistry. This timeless masterpiece continues to inspire awe and contemplation among those who encounter it today.
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