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The Nativity of Christ
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The Nativity of Christ

Christoffel van Sichem (II) · 1629 · letterpress printing; plakken; houtsnede; paper

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Mary, Joseph and four angels kneel around the Christ Child who lies in his manger in the stable. Behind him the ox and the donkey. Other angels watch from heaven. In the background the announcement to the shepherds and the star that will show the three kings the way to Bethlehem. Letters stand next to various elements of the scene. The print is part of an album.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
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Credit lineGeboorte van Christus. 1629. Christoffel van Sichem (II). Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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