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The Adoration of the Kings
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The Adoration of the Kings

Israhel van Meckenem · 1455 - 1503 · engraving; paper

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

About this work

The three kings (or wise men from the East) bring the Christ child, who sits on Mary's lap, their gifts. Joseph stands next to his wife. In the background it can be seen how the kings follow the star. This print is part of a series of twelve prints with scenes from the Life of Mary.

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Credit lineDe aanbidding der koningen. 1455 - 1503. Israhel van Meckenem. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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