The Annunciation

About this work

This painting shows two figures in a grand, ornate room. The woman on the right is dressed in blue and pink robes, with her hands folded in front of her. To her left stands an angel, wearing a black tunic and pink skirt, with large wings spread out behind him. He gestures toward the woman with his right hand. The room is filled with intricate details, including columns, arches, and a marble floor. Through the arches, you can see a cityscape and a blue sky with a few clouds. The artist's use of tempera creates a sense of depth and texture in the painting. You might want to look up more works by the artist, Francesco del Cossa.