Why it matters
The Magi bring their gifts to the Christ Child in an early work by Correggio. When the Brera acquired it in 1895 it was attributed to Scarsellino.
Did you know?
- It dates from around 1515–1518.
- It came from the collection of Cardinal Cesare Monti.
- It was only recognised as a Correggio in the 19th century.
Based on the Wikipedia article Adoration of the Magi (Correggio) (CC BY-SA 4.0).