The Adoration of the Magi

The artwork The Adoration of the Magi is a painting, created in 1515. Currently, it is housed in Friedenstein Castle. The artwork's dimensions are 0.73 meters in width and 1.22 meters in height. Unfortunately, the author's name is unknown.

The painting depicts the biblical scene of the Adoration of the Magi. The central figures are Mary, holding the baby Jesus, and the three kings or wise men who have come to pay homage to the newborn Christ. One of the kings is depicted as a black man, which was a common artistic convention in this period. Each king holds a precious gift, symbolizing gold, frankincense, and myrrh. The scene is set in a stable, with a thatched roof and a glimpse of a stone building in the background. The artist's use of color and light draws the viewer's eye to the central figures and emphasizes the solemnity and importance of the event.