Adoration of the Magi 1540 - 1550

"Adoration of the Magi" is an etching by the Italian artist Niccolò Vicentino, created between 1540 and 1550. The print, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts the biblical event of the three wise men (Magi) worshipping the newborn Jesus. The scene is rendered with a dynamic sense of movement, with the Magi arriving on horseback and kneeling before Mary and the Christ child. The use of chiaroscuro and detailed figures adds depth and realism to the composition. Vicentino was a prominent figure in the Venetian Renaissance, known for his skillful etchings and masterful draftsmanship. His work often reflects the influence of earlier masters, such as Titian and Michelangelo.