Plaat met de aanbidding van Jezus door de Wijzen 1528

This 1528 artwork, "Plaat met de aanbidding van Jezus door de Wijzen," by Piero Bergantini depicts the traditional biblical story of the three wise men, also known as Magi, visiting the newborn baby Jesus. This depiction, which utilizes vivid, bright colors characteristic of the Early Renaissance style, includes many figures, including the three wise men presenting gifts to Jesus and Mary, a host of attendees, as well as an angel flying above the group, bringing an element of dynamism to the scene. This small, 42.5 cm x 34.7 cm ceramic artwork provides a detailed portrayal of the event, adding to the religious iconography of the period.