The Annunciation 1534

This painting titled *The Annunciation*, created by Lorenzo Lotto in 1534, depicts the moment the angel Gabriel informs the Virgin Mary that she will give birth to Jesus. The artist, known for his detailed and expressive style, captures the emotional intensity of the scene, with Mary's surprise and Gabriel's gentle reverence. The setting is an interior space with a window and a view beyond, suggesting Mary's world and the coming arrival of the divine. The painting is now housed in the Villa Colloredo Mels Museum in Recanati, Italy.