Who created "The Adoration of the Magi"?

The Adoration of the Magi was created by Geertgen tot Sint Jans in c. 1480 - c. 1485.

When was "The Adoration of the Magi" created?

This artwork was created c. 1480 - c. 1485.

What medium is "The Adoration of the Magi"?

The Adoration of the Magi is oil on panel.

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The Adoration of the Magi

Geertgen tot Sint Jans

c. 1480 - c. 1485

Medium

oil on panel

Dimensions

h 91.6cm × w 71.8cm

Collection

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Materials

panel; oil paint (paint)

Object Type

painting

Subject Matter

adoration of the kings: the Wise Men present their gifts to the Christ-child (gold, frankincense and myrrh); de aankomst van de drie koningen in Bethlehem

Production Place

Haarlem

Acquisition Method

purchase

Acquired

1904

Notes

drager: hoogte 91,6 cm x breedte 71,8 cm

Collection Type

paintings

About Geertgen tot Sint Jans

1455–1495

His only documented work is a triptych for the monastery church of the Brethren of St John, of which he was a lay-brother (two panels survive). About 15 other paintings are attributed to him. He was known for his charming figures, melancholy mood and sensitivity to light. Comment on works: Religious

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