Aanbidding der herders met engelen 1621

"Aanbidding der herders met engelen" (Adoration of the Shepherds with Angels) is an etching by Jacob Matham, a Dutch artist, created in 1621. The artwork, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts the biblical scene of the shepherds’ adoration of the newborn Christ child. The print features a detailed and dynamic composition, with a focus on the central figure of Mary and the Christ child, surrounded by the shepherds and angels. Matham's work captures the awe and wonder surrounding the birth of Christ. This print is a valuable example of Baroque era etching and is a significant part of the Rijksmuseum's collection.