Antonio Tempesta: The Adoration of the Shepherds – A Renaissance Masterpiece on Alabaster

Join us in discovering an exceptional treasure of the Italian Renaissance: Antonio Tempesta’s (Florence 1555 – Rome 1630) Adoration of the Shepherds. Painted on precious alabaster, this masterpiece exemplifies the technical brilliance and deep spirituality of Tempesta, renowned for his extraordinary ability to incorporate the natural veining of rare stones into his compositions.

This artwork originates from the historic collection of Duchess Maria Clotilde Coppola di Canzano and is enhanced by a magnificent original Roman frame featuring an exquisitely carved frieze. Through exclusive comparisons with pieces held at the Galleria Borghese in Rome, Segovia Museum, and prestigious private collections, we explore Tempesta’s narrative talent and vibrant color mastery.