Where is the adoration of the magi located

One that was frequently requested was the Adoration of the Magi. Experts estimate that there are at least seven versions by Botticelli and many more by other Florentine artists, including Botticelli's tutor, Fra Filippo Lippi.

Before the 15th Century, it was unusual for this scene to be found on a Florentine altar piece.

However, this changed with the growth of confraternities dedicated the Magi in Florence.

One of the most powerful of these associations was the Compania dei Magi, the Brotherhood of the Magi, whose members included many of the powerful Medici family, long time patrons of Botticelli.

Every three years The Brotherhood, also known as the Confraternity of the Star, would organise an elaborate procession and pageant for Epiphany.

Epiphany, the feast day of the Magi on January 6, celebrates the end of their long journey following the star to Bethlehem in order to honour the birth of Jesus. The Compania dei Magi would re-enact this journey and oft