Adoration of the Kings 1889

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pop art

centered composition

optical illusion

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front and centered composition

pop art-influence

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"Adoration of the Kings" is an engraving by Timothy Cole, created in 1889. It depicts a scene of the Nativity, featuring the Virgin Mary holding the infant Jesus as three kings offer gifts. The composition is classic, showcasing the traditional iconography of the event. The engraving is housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, and its detailed lines and rich tonal range exemplify Cole's mastery of the medium. Cole's works are known for their meticulous rendering and ability to faithfully reproduce the details of original paintings.