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The Adoration of the Magi, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father
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The Adoration of the Magi, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father
The Adoration of the Magi, from a Mirror of Holiness (Mir at al-quds) of Father Jerome Xavier, 1602-1604. In this Nativity scene, familiar in Christian contexts, Mary and Joseph present the infant Jesus to the three Magi, who have placed their crowns on the ground in homage to the King of Kings. The three Magi are portrayed in Portuguese costumes to indicate to a Mughal audience that they are foreigners who believed in Christ. The artist cleverly and humorously indicates that the Magi have just arrived in Bethlehem by depicting their three camels in the bottom corner. One exhausted camels tongue hangs out the side of his mouth, while the other two animals lean eagerly toward a pair of water jugs
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Allahabad And Gold On Paper Mughal Period Northern India Opaque Watercolour Uttar Pradesh
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This print showcases "The Adoration of the Magi" painting, a masterpiece by Father Jerome Xavier from 1602-1604. The scene depicts Mary and Joseph presenting baby Jesus to the three Magi, who have humbly placed their crowns on the ground as a sign of reverence for the King of Kings. Interestingly, these Magi are portrayed in Portuguese costumes, symbolizing their foreign origins and belief in Christ to a Mughal audience. Father Xavier's artistic brilliance shines through his clever and humorous depiction of the arrival of the Magi in Bethlehem. In the bottom corner, we see three camels representing their journey. One camel appears exhausted with its tongue hanging out while two others lean eagerly towards water jugs nearby. This exquisite artwork is rendered using opaque watercolor and gold on paper during the Mughal period in Northern India. It is housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art but brought to life through this stunning print by Heritage Art/Heritage Images. With intricate details and vibrant colors, this Nativity scene invites viewers into a momentous event that continues to resonate across Christian contexts worldwide. It serves as a reminder of faith, humility, and devotion while bridging cultural boundaries through artistry and storytelling.
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