The Nativity 

"The Nativity" by Arthur Hughes depicts a tender scene of the birth of Jesus. The Virgin Mary, bathed in soft light, kneels beside the manger, cradling the infant Jesus in her arms. Two angels flank her, one holding a lantern and the other looking upward towards three angels in the sky above, symbolizing the divine presence. The painting's subdued palette and soft light create a serene atmosphere, capturing the moment of wonder and adoration surrounding the birth of Christ. Hughes was a prominent Pre-Raphaelite painter known for his detailed and evocative portrayals of religious and literary themes.