Virgin Annunciate by Antonello da Messina

Virgin Annunciate 1475

antonellodamessina

Palazzo Abatellis (Patella), Palermo, Italy

oil painting

portrait reference

acrylic on canvas

portrait head and shoulder

animal portrait

christianity

animal drawing portrait

facial portrait

lady

portrait art

virgin-mary

fine art portrait

christ

digital portrait

Antonello da Messina's "Virgin Annunciate" (1475) is a remarkable example of Renaissance art, showcasing the artist's mastery of oil painting and realistic detail. The painting features a serene and contemplative Virgin Mary, draped in a vibrant blue veil, as she receives the news of her divine pregnancy. The work is notable for its realistic depiction of light, shadow, and the human form, contributing to the growing trend of naturalism in 15th-century Italian art. The piece, housed in the Palazzo Abatellis in Palermo, Italy, continues to captivate viewers with its timeless beauty and spiritual resonance.