The Annunciation n.d.

drawing, print, paper, engraving

drawing

germany

mechanical pen drawing

print

pen illustration

pen sketch

pencil sketch

junji ito style

paper

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

engraving

fantasy sketch

This engraving, "The Annunciation," by Martin Schongauer, depicts the moment when the Angel Gabriel appears to the Virgin Mary, announcing that she will bear the son of God. The image is executed in a meticulous and detailed style, characteristic of Schongauer's work, and features the intricate folds of Mary's garments and the delicate wings of the angel. The composition is classic, with the figures placed in a formal arrangement that emphasizes the sacredness of the event. This work is a masterpiece of Northern Renaissance art, showcasing Schongauer's mastery of engraving.