Who painted The Mysteries of the Passion: The Annunciation?

The Mysteries of the Passion: The Annunciation was painted by Jacques Callot in 1631.

Where can I see The Mysteries of the Passion: The Annunciation?

The Mysteries of the Passion: The Annunciation is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is The Mysteries of the Passion: The Annunciation?

The Mysteries of the Passion: The Annunciation is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

The Mysteries of the Passion: The Annunciation

Jacques Callot , 1631

The Mysteries of the Passion: The Annunciation is a print by the Baroque artist Jacques Callot. It dates from 1631 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

Accession no.: 1963.274.13
Credit line: Gift of the Folio Club

About this work

Overview

The Mysteries of the Passion: The Annunciation is a print by Jacques Callot, created in 1631. It is a religious work held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a scene inside a church, showing the Annunciation, where an angel appears to the Virgin Mary. The angel, on the left, holds an open book, while Mary kneels at an altar on the right, lost in contemplation.

Technique & Style

The scene is characterized by dramatic lighting, with sunlight streaming through a window and creating strong contrasts between light and dark areas, emphasizing the figures and their emotions. The angel's calm intensity contrasts with Mary's pious demeanor.

The Mysteries of the Passion: The Presentation in the Temple, Jacques Callot

Artist & collection

Artist

Jacques Callot

Jacques Callot (French: ; c. 1592 – 1635) was a baroque printmaker and draftsman from the Duchy of Lorraine. He is an important person in the development of the old master print. He made more than 1,400 etchings that…