Annunciation 1435

Filippo Lippi's "Annunciation" from 1435, depicts the moment when the Angel Gabriel informs the Virgin Mary that she will give birth to Jesus. This scene is a key event in Christian theology, and Lippi's interpretation captures the emotional weight of the moment through the figures' poses. The angel's outstretched wing and Mary's bowed head suggest a humble and reverent atmosphere, while the light emanating from the angel's halo illuminates the scene, symbolizing the divine presence. Lippi's meticulous attention to detail in the figures' clothing and the architectural setting highlights the artist's mastery of Early Renaissance style, known for its realism and attention to perspective.