Adoration of the Kings

painting by Jan Gossart

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The Adoration of the Kings is an early work by the Netherlandish painter Jan Gossart, created around 1503. It is noted for its ornate style, characteristic of the Antwerp school at the time. Gossart was a pioneer in introducing the Italian Renaissance style to the Low Countries. His early works, including this painting, show influences from artists like Jan van Eyck and Albrecht Dürer. After traveling to Italy in 1508, Gossart became deeply impressed by High Renaissance art, which he continued to study and incorporate into his subsequent works, moving towards a more Italianate style.

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…early work extant is the Adoration of the Kings, which is painted in the ornate style of the Antwerp school. Other early works, such as Jesus, the Virgin, and the Baptist, reflect his interest in the works of Jan van Eyck and Albrecht Dürer. Another early work, famous for its…
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…early work extant is the Adoration of the Kings, which is painted in the ornate style of the Antwerp school. Other early works, such as Jesus, the Virgin, and the Baptist, reflect his interest in the works of Jan van Eyck and Albrecht Dürer. Another early work, famous for its…
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