The adoration of the Kings 1650

Abraham van Diepenbeeck’s “The Adoration of the Kings” (1650) is a striking charcoal drawing that captures a pivotal moment from the biblical story of the Magi. The artwork, housed in the Städel Museum, showcases the artist’s skill in depicting figures in motion. The central figure, a young man, stands with his back to the viewer, his hand outstretched towards a kneeling figure beyond the frame. The composition is dynamic, with the figures arranged in a diagonal line, suggesting a moment of shared reverence and adoration.