The Adoration of the Shepherds c. 1576 - 1580

"The Adoration of the Shepherds" is an etching by Léonard Gaultier, a French artist who was active in the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Created around 1576-1580, this artwork depicts the biblical scene of the shepherds visiting the newborn Christ child. The composition is filled with figures, each rendered with intricate detail, and the scene is set within a simple, humble shelter. Gaultier's use of fine lines and delicate shading creates a sense of depth and realism, capturing the awe and wonder of this pivotal event in Christian tradition.