The Annunciation
1730
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1730
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Annunciation is a 1730 ink by French 18th Century, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows two figures in a garden. One stands under a tree, looking surprised, while the other floats above, holding a scroll. Below them, a small figure kneels by a wall, pointing upward. The background has clouds and a wavy sky, framed by a border of repeating shapes. The artist used lines to create light and shadow, making the scene feel dramatic. This style was common in etchings of the time. Next, look up technique: etching to see how artists like this made prints.
