Nativity 1469

Filippo Lippi's "Nativity," painted in 1469, is a depiction of the birth of Jesus. The scene is set in a humble stable, with Mary kneeling in prayer before the infant Christ. Joseph kneels nearby, while a cow and a donkey look on. Above, three angels announce the good news to the shepherds, who are seen in the background. This fresco, painted shortly before the artist's death, showcases Lippi's mastery of realism and naturalism, evident in the figures' expressive faces, the detailed rendering of the animals, and the depiction of the rustic setting. It's a quintessential Renaissance portrayal of the Nativity, balancing the sacred event with everyday details and human emotion.