Who created "The Adoration of the Shepherds"?

The Adoration of the Shepherds was created by El Greco (Domenikos Theotokopoulos) and Workshop in ca. 1612–14.

When was "The Adoration of the Shepherds" created?

This artwork was created ca. 1612–14.

What medium is "The Adoration of the Shepherds"?

The Adoration of the Shepherds is Oil on canvas.

Is "The Adoration of the Shepherds" in the public domain?

Yes, The Adoration of the Shepherds is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

The Adoration of the Shepherds

El Greco (Domenikos Theotokopoulos) and Workshop

ca. 1612–14

Medium

Oil on canvas

Dimensions

43 1/2 x 25 5/8 in. (110.5 x 65.1 cm)

Classification

Paintings

Department

European Paintings

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Bequest of George Blumenthal, 1941

Accession Number

41.190.17

Tags

Adoration of the ShepherdsAngelsVirgin MaryLambsJesusShepherdsMenMadonna and Child

Art Historical Context

In the glow of a divine light, El Greco's *The Adoration of the Shepherds* (ca. 1612–14) captures a timeless biblical moment: humble shepherds kneel before the newborn Christ child, cradled by the Virgin Mary, with angels hovering above and a gentle lamb symbolizing innocence at their feet. This oil-on-canvas painting, measuring 43½ x 25⅝ inches, exemplifies the late-career work of Domenikos Theotokopoulos—better known as El Greco—produced in collaboration with his workshop in Toledo, Spain. The scene draws from the Gospel of Luke, blending earthly reverence with heavenly splendor, a popular m...

The Adoration of the Shepherds

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