Adoration and Annunciation 1424

Fra Angelico's "Adoration and Annunciation" is a fresco painted in 1424 and located in the Basilica di San Marco in Florence. This artwork depicts the scene of the Annunciation with the Angel Gabriel appearing to the Virgin Mary, a scene directly above an Adoration of the Magi below. This piece reflects Angelico's trademark style of bright colors and graceful figures, and its portrayal of the Annunciation is considered a masterpiece of early Renaissance art. The fresco is a popular destination for art lovers visiting the Basilica di San Marco.