1513
ink
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Annunciation to Joachim is a 1513 ink by Albrecht Altdorfer, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This woodcut depicts a scene from the Bible, specifically the Annunciation to Joachim. In the foreground, a bearded man stands on a rocky outcropping, his hands raised in prayer. Above him, an angel descends from the heavens, its wings spread wide. The angel's face is serene, and its right hand points downward toward the man. The background of the woodcut is filled with trees and rocks, creating a sense of depth and atmosphere. The overall mood of the piece is one of reverence and awe, as the man receives a message from the divine. The intricate details and expressive lines of this woodcut are characteristic of the Renaissance style. To learn more about the techniques used in this piece, explore the world of woodcutting.
Albrecht Altdorfer (c. 1480 – 12 February 1538) was a German painter, engraver and architect of the Renaissance working in Regensburg. Along with Lucas Cranach the Elder and Wolf Huber he is regarded to be the main…
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