Annunciation to the Shepherds (detail from the Annunciation from the Isenheim Altarpiece) 1516

This detail from Matthias Grünewald's "Isenheim Altarpiece" shows the Annunciation to the Shepherds. Painted in 1516, the scene depicts a dramatic moment as angels announce the birth of Christ to startled shepherds. Grünewald's signature expressive style is evident in the contorted figures and vivid colors. The powerful light emanating from the angels underscores the importance of the message they bear, creating a captivating and intense scene that embodies the spiritual fervor of the Renaissance.