1650
oil
canvas
From the collection of National Gallery of Canada
The Annunciation of the Virgin's Death is a 1650 oil by Paulus Bor, a Early Baroque Italian work, held at National Gallery of Canada.
This painting depicts a poignant scene of the Annunciation of the Virgin's Death. The angel stands to the right, wearing a red and gold robe, while the Virgin Mary sits on the left, dressed in a black and white gown. The angel's gaze is directed at the Virgin, who looks up with a mix of sadness and acceptance. The artist has used a muted color palette, with the angel's robe being the most vibrant element in the painting. The background is a soft, creamy white, which adds to the overall sense of serenity and solemnity. The use of chiaroscuro in this painting creates a sense of depth and volume, drawing the viewer's attention to the emotional exchange between the angel and the Virgin.
Paulus Bor (Dutch: ; c. 1601 – 10 August 1669) was a Dutch artist, representative of the "Golden Age", member of the art society "Bentvueghels".
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