Aanbidding door de koningen
Andrea Andreani
ca. 1568 - 1629
Medium
chiaroscuro woodcut
Dimensions
385; 276
About this artwork
blad: hoogte 385 mm x breedte 276 mm
Art Historical Context
Behold the *Aanbidding door de koningen* (Adoration of the Kings), a striking chiaroscuro woodcut by the Italian master printmaker Andrea Andreani, active from around 1568 to 1629. This devotional scene captures the biblical moment when the Magi present gifts to the Christ Child, a popular motif in Renaissance art symbolizing faith, kingship, and universal worship. Measuring 385 mm high by 276 mm wide, the print's generous scale invites viewers to immerse themselves in its dramatic composition. Andreani was a leading figure in the revival of chiaroscuro woodcuts during the late 16th century, ...