Gentile da Fabriano, Adoration of the Magic. 1423
a) International Gothic style painting
b) Fancifully dressed figures in a courtly outing to see the Christ child at the Epiphany - reflects the wealth of the patrons, the Strozzi family.
c) Exotic animals reflect the private menageries of Renaissance princes.
d) Gold leaf used on frame and on elements of the painting itself
e) Kings are of various ages symbolizing the Three Ages of Man
f) High horizon line filled with activity.
g) Naturalism seen in the various animals viewed from many angles.
