Annunciation and Adoration of the Magi 1424

This is a tempera on wood altarpiece by Fra Angelico, an Italian painter of the Early Renaissance, created in 1424 and housed in the Basilica di San Marco in Florence. "Annunciation and Adoration of the Magi" displays the artist's signature luminous colors and delicate brushstrokes characteristic of his style, portraying the Annunciation above and the Adoration of the Magi below. This altarpiece, a devotional work, is a prime example of the Italian Renaissance style, showcasing a return to classical ideals of beauty and proportion, particularly in the figures' graceful forms. The golden background, a common feature in Angelico's work, further enhances the sense of spirituality and divine presence.