The Annunciation c. 1760 - 1770

Francesco Capella called Il Daggiù painted "The Annunciation" in oil on canvas. Notice how the composition is structured around a vertical axis, balanced by the figures of Mary and the angel Gabriel. The colour palette is subdued, dominated by blues, pinks, and muted yellows, which create a sense of ethereal calm, reinforced by the soft brushstrokes that model forms. This isn't merely an illustration of a biblical scene; it's a study in contrasts – the solid architectural elements juxtaposed with the fluid, almost dissolving figures. This contrast can be interpreted through the lens of semiotics, where the solid represents the established order and the fluid, the disruptive force of divine intervention. The artist destabilizes traditional representations of space, challenging our perception and inviting us to question fixed meanings. This work serves as a site for ongoing interpretation, inviting viewers to engage with its visual language.