Adriaan de Weerdt

Flemish, c. 1510 - c. 1590

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The image features two primary figures and several celestial beings. One person sits on the right, leaning towards a book on a desk or altar while looking upwards. The person wears long robes. A group of angelic beings surrounds them, with wings and dramatic gestures. One angel extends an arm holding a staff towards the central figure. Above them, a radiant light emanates from a central circular motif with a dove. The background includes clouds and beams of light, creating a heavenly atmosphere. A detailed pedestal and ornamental column are visible on the lower left. The scene depicts the interaction between an earthly presence and celestial entities.
Adriaan de Weerdt, The Annunciation, 1573, engraving, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1971.67.6

The Annunciation

Adriaan de Weerdt · 1573 · engraving ·  Accession ID  1971.67.6