Artwork
The Annunciation
The Annunciation is an ink print by the Baroque artist French 18th Century. It dates from 1730 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:lower left in plate: SUBLEYRAS [not deciphered] PINX; lower right in plate: D[not deciphered] ; by later hand, lower right verso in brown ink: 151; verso: stamped 564
About this work
Overview
The Annunciation is an etching on laid paper, a print depicting a scene with multiple figures in a garden setting.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows two main figures: one standing under a tree, appearing surprised, and another floating above, holding a scroll. A smaller figure kneels below, pointing upwards. The scene is likely a representation of the Annunciation, a biblical event.
Technique & Style
The artist employed etching techniques to create a dramatic scene through the use of lines that suggest light and shadow. This stylistic approach was characteristic of etchings from the same period.
Artist & collection
Artist
An anonymous French hand of the late 18th century made portrait paintings and etched prints.
