Annunciation (Josefa de Óbidos)
1688
unspecified
From the collection of National Museum of Ancient Art
1688
unspecified
From the collection of National Museum of Ancient Art
The painting depicts a serene scene of the Annunciation, with the Virgin Mary kneeling in prayer. She is dressed in a red robe and a yellow cloak, her hands clasped together in devotion. An angel, dressed in a yellow robe, kneels beside her, holding a lily and looking up towards the heavens. Above them, a dove descends from the sky, symbolizing the Holy Spirit. The background of the painting is a warm, golden brown, with a subtle glow emanating from the dove. This beautiful representation of the Annunciation is a testament to the artist's skill and devotion. To learn more about the artist's use of chiaroscuro, look up Josefa de Óbidos.
