Artwork
The Angel of the Annunciation
The Angel of the Annunciation is a print by the Renaissance artist Martin Schongauer. It dates from 1472 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1958.173
- Credit line
- Dudley P. Allen Fund
About this work
Overview
The Angel of the Annunciation is a print by Martin Schongauer, part of a two-print depiction of the Annunciation scene.
Subject & Meaning
The print shows the angel Gabriel with outstretched wings and a scroll, conveying the message to Mary that she will bear the Son of God.
Technique & Style
Schongauer's engraving technique skillfully captures various textures, such as the angel's hair and wings, through finely detailed lines.
History & Provenance
The print was created to be sold individually or paired with its companion piece, depicting Mary, allowing buyers to collect one or both.
Artist & collection
Artist
Martin Schongauer (c. 1450–1453, Colmar – 2 February 1491, Breisach), also known as Martin Schön ("Martin beautiful") or Hübsch Martin ("pretty Martin") by his contemporaries, was an Alsatian engraver and painter. He…
