The Adoration of the Magi (Cartoon for an Embroidery) 1587 - 1589

"The Adoration of the Magi (Cartoon for an Embroidery)" is a black chalk drawing on paper by Diego Lopez de Escuriaz, created between 1587 and 1589. The work depicts the biblical scene of the Three Wise Men, or Magi, kneeling before the infant Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. The composition is carefully arranged, with the figures positioned in a balanced and harmonious manner. The artist's meticulous attention to detail is evident in the rendering of the figures' clothing and the surrounding architecture. This cartoon, a preparatory drawing for an embroidered tapestry, demonstrates the artist's skill in creating a design that would translate well into a more elaborate medium.