The Adoration of the Magi, after Filippino Lippi 1505 - 1515

Cristofano di Michele Martini, known as Il Robetta, was an Italian Renaissance artist who created this engraving in the early 16th century. "The Adoration of the Magi" is a reproduction of a painting by Filippino Lippi. The scene depicts the biblical event of the three wise men bringing gifts to the newborn Jesus. Robetta’s detailed rendering captures the emotion and drama of the moment with figures arranged in a dynamic composition. The artist utilizes shading and hatching techniques to create a sense of depth and volume, enhancing the realism of the scene. The intricate detail of the figures and the landscape, along with the inclusion of angels, contribute to the overall beauty and religious significance of the artwork. This engraving offers a fascinating insight into Robetta's artistic mastery and his reverence for the original work by Lippi.