The Nativity c. 1510 - 1520

Hans Schäufelein's "The Nativity" (c. 1510-1520) is a circular stained-glass window depicting the traditional scene of the birth of Christ. The piece is characterized by its rich, jewel-toned colors, with a clear division of the composition into separate panels framed by a decorative border. The central figure of Mary, cradling the infant Jesus, is surrounded by figures from the nativity story, including Joseph and an angel. This work exemplifies Schäufelein's masterful use of stained glass techniques and his commitment to detailed imagery. The Minneapolis Institute of Art houses this significant piece of religious art.