Aanbidding door de koningen 1623 - 1653

"Aanbidding door de koningen" (Adoration of the Magi) is an etching by Dutch artist Pieter Nolpe, dating back to 1623-1653. The artwork is housed at the Rijksmuseum and depicts a scene of the biblical event, where three wise men present gifts to the newborn Jesus. The etching, measuring 578 mm in height and 432 mm in width, displays a dramatic composition with numerous figures in a detailed and expressive style typical of the Baroque period. Nolpe's etching, though less known than works by contemporaries like Rembrandt, showcases the skill and artistry of Dutch printmaking during this period.