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The Adoration of the Shepherds

Francesco Denanto

Associated Names

Francesco Denanto

Artist, Italian, active c. 1532

This is a painting of a nativity scene with traditional religious elements. Figures are depicted around a baby in a cradle, attended by animals. A star shines above, with angels present. Other figures watch from the sides. The style resembles Renaissance religious art.

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Artwork overview

Medium

woodcut
Credit Line

Rosenwald Collection
Accession Number

1950.1.60

Artwork history & notes

Exhibition History

1956

Renaissance to Roccoco: A Loan Exhibition of Italian Engravings and Woodcuts, Michigan State University, East Lansing, 1956, no cat.

Wikidata ID

Q65072221

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