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Andrea Mantegna 1431 – 1506 Adoration of the Shepherdstempera on canvas (40 × 56 cm) — c. 1451-53
This work is linked to Luke 2:16 
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In this early work by Mantegna his style is already clearly developed. Bright colors, precise drawing and much attention to detail. The shepherds with their worn clothes and rustic faces seem inspired by Flemish art. |
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Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York
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