Aanbidding door de herders 1549

"Aanbidding door de herders" (Adoration of the Shepherds), a 1549 drawing by the Master of the Liechtenstein Adoration, depicts the biblical scene of the shepherds rushing to witness the birth of Christ. The drawing, executed in black chalk, is notable for its detailed rendering of the figures and the dramatic setting, which includes a ruined temple, and an angel announcing the birth with a blazing torch. This artwork is a prime example of Northern Renaissance art, demonstrating a masterful use of light and shadow, characteristic of the period.