The adoration of the shepherds who gather at left, angels holding a banderole upper right 1700 - 1800

This 18th-century anonymous etching, "The Adoration of the Shepherds," depicts the biblical story of the shepherds' visit to the newborn Christ child. The scene unfolds in a humble setting with a group of shepherds gathering around the manger, their faces reflecting awe and wonder. Above them, angels soar through the sky, heralding the miraculous birth with a banner. This artwork, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, is a poignant example of the enduring power of religious themes in art, capturing the solemnity and joy of this pivotal event in Christian tradition.