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The Annunciation, by Federico Barocci, 1585

The Annunciation

Federico Barocci

1585

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

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Overview

The Annunciation is a 1585 by Federico Barocci, a Renaissance work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Federico Barocci
When & what style?
1585 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

The painting shows an angel and a woman in a quiet moment. The artist used soft colors and gentle lines to create a sense of calm. This style was typical of Italian art during the 16th century, and it's interesting to see how the artist used it to tell a story. To learn more about this style, look up the technique: sfumato.

About the artist

Portrait of Federico Barocci
Artist

Federico Barocci

Federico Barocci (also written Barozzi) (c. 1535 – 30 September 1612) was an Italian Renaissance painter and printmaker. His original name was Federico Fiori, and he was nicknamed Il Baroccio. His work was highly…

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