The adoration of the shepherds 1605

Diego de Astor's "The Adoration of the Shepherds" (1605) is an etching that depicts the biblical story of the shepherds’ visit to the newborn Jesus. The scene is set in a stable, with Mary and Joseph seated and the shepherds kneeling in awe. The image highlights the contrast between the divine and earthly, with an angel soaring above the shepherds. The artwork is a testament to the beauty and power of Baroque art, characterized by dramatic lighting and expressive figures. It is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.