Leonardo da Vinci, Adoration of the Magi, 1481, oil on panel (Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence) smarthistory.kh.... Created by Beth Harris and Steven Zucker.
Such a precious depiction of Jesus, with his little tufts of hair.. Leonardo's method was fascinating to hear about - he will form you in his art like you were formed in the womb, rather than drawing and first and final form. I didn't know artists drew / painted that way. Me three (for wanting to see the finished work), but it's honestly gorgeous and unique the way it is. :)
At the time this video was made, the work had not been restored. Much was illegible in the composition and difficult to experience. I don't think I was ever moved by it when in its presence. Not any more. Although clearly "unfinished" the restoration has made the work even more stupendous, opening a great door into the Great Mind that created this work.
