The Adoration of the Magi 1553

"The Adoration of the Magi" is a drawing by the Italian artist Bernardino Lanino, executed in 1553. The drawing is a preparatory study for a larger painting and depicts the biblical event where the three wise men kneel before the baby Jesus, offering gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. This intimate scene captures the moment of worship and the profound sense of reverence for the newborn Christ. Lanino's masterful use of chiaroscuro, the contrast of light and dark, adds depth and drama to the composition. The drawing is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The drawing's size, 15 x 11-1/4 inches, highlights its detail and the artist's meticulous attention to detail.