Adoration of the Shepherds

1699–1783
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Adoration of the Shepherds
  • Artist: Francisco Vieira de Mattos (Il Lusitano) (Portuguese, Lisbon 1699–1783 Lisbon)
  • Date: 1699–1783
  • Medium: Red chalk on off-white paper; framing lines in red chalk
  • Dimensions: 6-7/8 x 4-3/4 in. (17.5 x 12.1 cm)
  • Classification: Drawings
  • Credit Line: Bequest of Harry G. Sperling, 1971
  • Object Number: 1975.131.228
  • Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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