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The Nativity of Christ
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The Nativity of Christ

Hans Springinklee · 1520 · houtsnede; paper

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

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Mary and Joseph kneeling in adoration of the Christ Child, who lies between them in a dilapidated structure. Behind them, some shepherds enter. In the background to the right, the ox and the donkey. Below the composition, two lines of Latin text in Gothic script. Entire verso printed with Latin biblical text in Gothic script.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Credit lineDe geboorte van Christus. 1520. Hans Springinklee. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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