Peter Paul Rubens 1577 – 1640 The Adoration of the Magi (1617-18)oil on canvas (245 × 325 cm) — 1617-18 Musée des beaux-arts, Lyon This work is linked to Matthew 2:11 Rate this work of art: |
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The oldest magus kisses baby Jesus' foot. Jesus has his hand on the king's head, as if he were blessing him. A second wise man, wearing a long red cloak, is eager to also greet the newly born. The third, in yellow and wearing a turban, is more in the background, his hands on his hips. Rubens made over ten versions of The Adoration of the Magi, for example this one from 1624. In that version the Magi bring gifts. |
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