"The Nativity with shepherds", Spain around 1600

Softwood panel carved in relief and high relief, representing the Holy Family surrounded by shepherds, and surmounted by two angels fluttering in the heavens.

Beautiful polychrome and gilding using the sgraffito technique allowing by engraving patterns in the still fresh coating, to give the textile a brocade appearance.

Spanish work circa 1600,

Visible accidents and lacks (hands of the Virgin, child Jesus, head of the shepherd on the left,...)

Height: 37 cm.
Length: 51 cm.