Italian Artist, The Adoration of the 3 Wise Men, 1600s, Oil on Canvas

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Oil on canvas. Northern Italian school, 17th century. The large scene is animated by numerous intertwining figures: in the center, … Read more Oil on canvas. Northern Italian school, 17th century. The large scene is animated by numerous intertwining figures: in the center, illuminated by the beam of light coming from above, Mary with the baby Jesus in her arms, watched over by St. Joseph on the right; on the left, the three wise men, bearing their gifts in rich caskets, and their entire entourage, along with the angels watching from above. A curious detail is the two little angels at the bottom, preparing the manger to welcome the baby Jesus. The painting has been restored and relined in the past. Frame in period style. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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