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The Annunciation to the Shepherds
From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.
About this work
In this third Annunciation to the Shepherds, the scenario is considerably calmer than in the two earlier versions. The angel occupies a much less prominent place. The standing shepherd raises his arms in terror and amazement, but makes no move to flee. The animals seem oblivious: the sheep sleep peacefully, the cows remain undisturbed.
Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own descriptionSubjects
Credit lineDe verkondiging aan de herders. c. 1655. Rembrandt van Rijn. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
