Angel of the Annunciation 1560

This charcoal drawing, "Angel of the Annunciation", was created by Titian, one of the most prominent Italian Renaissance artists, in 1560. The work, now housed in the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, depicts a powerful and dramatic representation of the angel Gabriel, whose figure is rendered with dynamic strokes, capturing the energy of his descent. Titian's use of charcoal creates a sense of movement and depth, highlighting the angel's flowing garments and the weight of his presence. This drawing exemplifies the artist's mastery of line and composition, even in this preliminary sketch for a larger painting.