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The Adoration of the Shepherds, c. 1613 (oil on canvas)
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The Adoration of the Shepherds, c. 1613 (oil on canvas)
MEL16110 The Adoration of the Shepherds, c.1613 (oil on canvas) by Maino or Mayno, Fray Juan Batista (1569-1649); 143.5x100.5 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; Spanish, out of copyright
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Birth Cherubim Eggs Infant Christ Joseph Nativity Shepherd Stable Cherub Cherubs
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The Adoration of the Shepherds, c. 1613
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is a captivating oil painting that transports viewers to the biblical scene of Christ's birth. Created by Fray Juan Batista Maino or Mayno in the early 17th century, this masterpiece measures 143.5x100.5 cm and can be found at the State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia. In this remarkable artwork, we witness a tender moment as shepherds gather around Mary and Joseph to pay homage to their newborn son, Jesus Christ. The composition is filled with symbolic elements such as an eggs-filled basket representing new life and hope, while a donkey and cow stand nearby signifying humility and simplicity. Angels hover above in celestial glory, showering divine light upon the holy family and cherubs playfully adorn the scene with their innocent presence. The serene expression on Mary's face exudes grace and devotion as she cradles her infant son. Maino's meticulous brushwork brings every detail to life - from the soft woolly coats of sheep grazing peacefully in the stable to Joseph's protective stance over his family. This painting serves as a powerful reminder of Christianity's central story - God becoming man for humanity's salvation. It captures both the awe-inspiring majesty of heavenly intervention and the humble surroundings that witnessed this miraculous event. "The Adoration of the Shepherds" continues to inspire believers worldwide with its timeless message of love, faith, and redemption depicted through Maino
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