Annunciation
1664
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya
1664
oil
canvas
From the collection of Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya
Dominant colour
Annunciation is a 1664 oil by Francisco de Solís, a Early Baroque Italian work, held at Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.
This painting, titled "Annunciation," depicts a serene scene of the Virgin Mary being visited by an angel. The angel is shown holding a branch, symbolizing the announcement of Jesus' birth. The Virgin Mary is dressed in a red robe with a blue skirt, while the angel wears a white robe with a red sash. In the background, a group of cherubs are gathered around a dove, which represents the Holy Spirit. The painting is rendered in oil paint, with a focus on chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and dimensionality. The artist's use of light and shadow adds a sense of drama to the scene. The painting is a beautiful example of Baroque art, characterized by its use of dramatic lighting and intense emotions. To learn more about this style, explore the works of Caravaggio, a master of chiaroscuro.
Francisco de Solís (c.1620/1625, Madrid - 25 September 1684, Madrid), was a Spanish painter in the Baroque style. He also collected drawings and compiled biographies of other Spanish painters.
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