Who painted The Annunciation?

The Annunciation was painted by Follower of Frans Floris I in 1544.

Where can I see The Annunciation?

The Annunciation is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Annunciation?

The Annunciation is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

The Annunciation

Follower of Frans Floris I , 1544

The Annunciation is an ink drawing by the Renaissance artist Follower of Frans Floris I. It dates from 1544 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:in later hand, lower center: Fr. Floris; upper right verso: 1746; center verso: Francis Floris

About this work

Overview

The work titled “The Annunciation” is a drawing executed on laid paper. The artist employed pen and black ink as the primary drawing medium, supplemented by a red wash, graphite accents, and selective highlights of white. The combination of these materials creates a layered visual effect that emphasizes both line and subtle tonal variation.

Technique & Style

The drawing integrates multiple drawing media: fine pen lines define the composition, while the black ink provides depth and contrast. A red wash adds a muted color field, and graphite is used to reinforce shading and texture. Strategic touches of white lift highlights, enhancing the sense of volume within the figure and surrounding space.