Nativity 1452

"Nativity" by Petrus Christus, a prominent painter of the Early Netherlandish period, depicts the biblical scene of the birth of Jesus Christ. Painted in 1452, the artwork is housed at the Groeningemuseum in Bruges, Belgium. The painting features a realistic and detailed portrayal of the figures of Mary, Joseph, and the newborn Jesus, set against a backdrop of a serene landscape. The composition emphasizes the significance of the event by placing the figures in a central position, framed by a towering architectural structure and surrounded by angels, symbolizing the divine presence.