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Adoration of the Magi

16th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Adoration of the Magi
  • Artist: Anonymous, Netherlandish, 16th century ?
  • Date: 16th century
  • Medium: Pen and brown ink, gray wash, over traces of black chalk
  • Dimensions: 11 5/16 x 9 in. (28.7 x 22.8 cm)
  • Classification: Drawings
  • Credit Line: Bequest of Harry G. Sperling, 1971
  • Object Number: 1975.131.196
  • Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints
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