The Annunciation

Italienische Grafik 1640–1747, 1677

The artwork "The Annunciation" depicts two figures with halos, shown from the shoulders up in a side-by-side arrangement. The figure on the left has curly hair and wears a green garment, while the figure on the right has long hair and is dressed in a blue and white robe. Both figures have serene expressions and are set against a dark background. The scene is framed by a border of colorful flowers, including blue, red, and white blooms. The entire piece is enclosed in a blue and gold frame, adorned with floral designs and topped with a decorative bow.
Artist
Italienische Grafik 1640–1747
Date
1677
Type
Drawing
Medium
watercolor and gouache on parchment in a frame of metal and blue glass
Dimensions
13.4 × 18.1 cm
Collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licence
Public domain, CC0

Image description

The artwork "The Annunciation" depicts two figures with halos, shown from the shoulders up in a side-by-side arrangement. The figure on the left has curly hair and wears a green garment, while the figure on the right has long hair and is dressed in a blue and white robe. Both figures have serene expressions and are set against a dark background. The scene is framed by a border of colorful flowers, including blue, red, and white blooms. The entire piece is enclosed in a blue and gold frame, adorned with floral designs and topped with a decorative bow.

Italienische Grafik 1640–1747