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The Adoration of the Shepherds

Relief
2nd half of 16th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

This alabaster relief representing the Adoration of the Shepherds was made in the second half of the 16th century South Netherlands. This relief is mounted in a wooden frame.


Object details

Categories
Object type
TitleThe Adoration of the Shepherds (generic title)
Materials and techniques
Brief description
Relief, Adoration of the Shepherds; Alabaster painted wood South Netherlandish 16th c
Physical description
Relief in alabaster, enriched with gold, representing the Adoration of the Shepherds. In the centre lies the Child in a cradle. To the right two shepherds and to the left the Virgin spreads a coverlet over the Child. A small angel kneels in adoration and St. Joseph stands. Behind the Child are the ox and the ass. In the background the farm-buildings and at the right hand top corner is the star. Mounted in a wooden frame with traces of gilt scrollwork.
Dimensions
  • With frame height: 20.5cm
  • Width: 20.5cm
Subjects depicted
Summary
This alabaster relief representing the Adoration of the Shepherds was made in the second half of the 16th century South Netherlands. This relief is mounted in a wooden frame.
Collection
Accession number
A.147-1922

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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