The Adoration of the Christ Child

Master of Frankfurt

Created:
Movement:
1507
Renaissance
key Notes:
Renaissance symbolism, Devotional intimacy
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Dimensions:
Overall 23 1/8 x 16 1/4 in. (58.7 x 41.3 cm); painted surface 22 7/8 x 16 in. (58.1 x 40.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on oak panel
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The Adoration of the Christ Child by Master of Frankfurt

The Adoration of the Christ Child, created in 1507 by the Master of Frankfurt, is an exemplary work of Northern Renaissance art, executed in oil on oak panel. This painting is notable for its intricate detail and vibrant color palette, characteristic of the period's emphasis on realism and religious themes. The Master of Frankfurt, an anonymous artist active in the late 15th and early 16th centuries, is recognized for his contributions to the development of panel painting in the region. His works often reflect the influence of both Flemish and German artistic traditions, bridging the stylistic elements of these two regions. The painting's depiction of the nativity scene underscores the era's devotional practices and the importance of religious iconography in art. The Master of Frankfurt's oeuvre, including this piece, provides valuable insight into the cultural and artistic milieu of early 16th-century Europe.

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The Adoration of the Christ Child by Master of Frankfurt

The painting "The Adoration of the Christ Child," created in 1507 by the Master of Frankfurt, is an oil on oak panel that exemplifies the Northern Renaissance style with its detailed depiction of religious subjects and intricate use of color and light. The artwork portrays the nativity scene with a focus on the tender interaction between the Virgin Mary and the infant Christ, reflecting the period's emphasis on human emotion and divine presence.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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The Adoration of the Christ Child