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Adoration of the Shepherds, c. 1659 (oil on canvas)
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Adoration of the Shepherds, c. 1659 (oil on canvas)
XIR175121 Adoration of the Shepherds, c.1659 (oil on canvas) by Michelin, Jean (1623-96); 100x139 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright
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Agnus Dei Bethlehem Birth Of Christ Joseph Lamb Of God Nativity Shepherd Stable Swaddling Clothes Worshipping
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This print showcases the renowned masterpiece, "Adoration of the Shepherds" painted by Jean Michelin in 1659. The oil on canvas artwork measures an impressive 100x139 cm and is currently housed in the prestigious Louvre Museum in Paris, France. The scene depicted in this painting takes us back to the biblical story of the birth of Christ. In a humble stable in Bethlehem, we witness a group of shepherds kneeling before Mary and Joseph as they adore their newborn son, Jesus. The tender moment captured here emanates a sense of awe and reverence. The artist skillfully portrays each figure with meticulous detail, emphasizing their expressions filled with adoration and wonder. The central focus remains on baby Jesus himself, symbolizing his role as the Lamb of God or Agnus Dei. Michelin's use of light and shadow adds depth to this sacred scene while highlighting Mary's serene beauty as she cradles her infant son. Swaddled in delicate clothes, Jesus lies peacefully amidst hay-filled manger. This timeless artwork invites viewers to reflect upon the significance of Christ's birth and serves as a reminder that even humble shepherds recognized his divinity from its earliest moments. Through this image, we are transported back to that holy night when hope was born into our world.
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