The Virgin Annunciate [middle right panel]

Italienische Malerei 1460–1475, circa 1470/1480

The individual is depicted from head to toe, standing upright with a slightly tilted head. The figure has delicately painted eyes, a straight nose, and lips at rest, surrounded by wavy, light golden hair that falls gently around the face and down the neck. They are dressed in flowing garments, a red robe under a blue drape that cascades down to the floor. The intricate folds of the fabric highlight the layered clothing style. In one hand, they hold a slender, closed book close to the body, while the other hand is raised with an upturned palm. Around their neck is a thin band or necklace. The background is a textured deep blue, giving a sense of depth, with some hints of earthy tones near the bottom that suggest a simple, non-specific setting.
Artista
Italienische Malerei 1460–1475
Datazione
circa 1470/1480
Tipologia
Dipinto
Tecnica
tempera and distemper on panel
Dimensioni
overall (middle right panel): 31 × 12,4 cm
Collezione
National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licenza
Pubblico dominio, CC0

Descrizione dell’immagine

The individual is depicted from head to toe, standing upright with a slightly tilted head. The figure has delicately painted eyes, a straight nose, and lips at rest, surrounded by wavy, light golden hair that falls gently around the face and down the neck. They are dressed in flowing garments, a red robe under a blue drape that cascades down to the floor. The intricate folds of the fabric highlight the layered clothing style. In one hand, they hold a slender, closed book close to the body, while the other hand is raised with an upturned palm. Around their neck is a thin band or necklace. The background is a textured deep blue, giving a sense of depth, with some hints of earthy tones near the bottom that suggest a simple, non-specific setting.

Italienische Malerei 1460–1475