The Adoration of the Shepherds (with the lamp)
Artist
Rembrandt van Rijn
(Dutch, 1606 - 1669)
Datec. 1654
MediumEtching
DimensionsOverall (with trimmed margins): 4 1/8 × 4 7/8 in. (10.5 × 12.4 cm)
Framed: 12 1/8 × 14 1/8 × 5/8 in. (30.8 × 35.9 × 1.6 cm)
Credit LineGift of Karen and Robert Hoehn
CultureDutch
Catalogue raisonnéBartsch 45
Object numberPC2004.01.06
ClassificationsPrint Collection
DescriptionAt center, Mary and the infant Christ child are fully illuminated by the small flame of a little oil lamp just behind them. To their left, shepherds look down in admiration, to their right, Joseph sits with his arms open, gesturing to his family. Behind him, two cows look on.This record has been reviewed by University Galleries staff but may be incomplete or contain errors. Our records are frequently revised and enhanced. For any inquiries about the information listed, please email galleries@sandiego.edu.
c. 1645
1927; pub. 1929
1746
1984
1591-93
1972