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Adoration of the Shepherds, 1703 (oil on panel)
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Adoration of the Shepherds, 1703 (oil on panel)
SCP53993 Adoration of the Shepherds, 1703 (oil on panel) by Werff, Adriaan van der (1659-1722); 53x36 cm; Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; Dutch, out of copyright
Media ID 22342418
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Birth Candle Chiaroscuro Nativity Shepherd Straw
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This print showcases the masterpiece "Adoration of the Shepherds" by Adriaan van der Werff, created in 1703. The painting, rendered with oil on panel, measures 53x36 cm and is housed in the prestigious Galleria degli Uffizi in Florence, Italy. In this scene from the New Testament, we witness a moment of profound devotion and wonder. The central figure is the Virgin Mary, depicted with grace and serenity as she cradles her infant son Jesus. Bathed in soft candlelight that creates a mesmerizing chiaroscuro effect, their divine presence illuminates the entire composition. Surrounding them are humble shepherds who have come to pay homage to this miraculous child. They kneel reverently before Mary and Jesus, offering gifts and adoration. Straw covers the floor beneath them - a reminder of their rustic origins contrasting with the heavenly aura enveloping them. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident throughout; every fold of fabric and expression on each face conveys deep emotion. A cherubic putto hovers above Mary's head while holding a lit candle symbolizing enlightenment brought by Christ's birth. Van der Werff masterfully captures both religious significance and human tenderness within this piece. Through his skillful brushwork and use of light, he invites viewers into an intimate encounter with one of Christianity's most cherished narratives – an adoration that transcends time itself.
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