The Adoration of the Shepherds

Cesare Pollini

Associated Names
Cesare Pollini

Artist, Italian, c. 1560 - c. 1600

The image shows several abstracted figures in different poses. Two seated figures on the left, with one holding an ambiguous object. Three standing figures on the right, depicted in an abstract manner. The lines are fluid and expressive, using red and dark ink to define shapes and shadows.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and brown ink with light brown wash over red chalk on laid paper

  • Credit Line

    Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

  • Dimensions

    overall: 13.7 x 20.3 cm (5 3/8 x 8 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1975.75.1


Artwork history & notes

Bibliography

1966

  • Skickman Gallery, NY: 10/66, 26.

Wikidata ID

Q64538166

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