Adoration of the Christ Child by the Virgin (the Nativity) 1445

"Adoration of the Christ Child by the Virgin (the Nativity)" by Stefan Lochner (c.1410-1451) is a depiction of the Nativity scene. The painting, completed in 1445, showcases the Virgin Mary kneeling in prayer with the Christ child lying on a white cloth, surrounded by a humble stable. Lochner’s work is known for its meticulous detail and gentle, naturalistic figures, as seen in the delicate features of Mary and the peaceful demeanor of the Christ child. This painting, now housed in the Alte Pinakothek in Munich, Germany, is a testament to Lochner's mastery of Early Netherlandish painting, capturing the essence of the Christian faith in a visually compelling manner.