The Annunciation

Parmigianino

Associated Names
Parmigianino

Artist, Parmese, 1503 - 1540

In the image, a person is depicted from the knees up in a seated position, slightly leaning back with their head tilted upwards. The individual's facial features are outlined with soft lines, showing a serene expression, and their long hair flows down their back. They are dressed in draped clothing with fluid lines indicating fabric folds. The person reaches out with one arm towards a bird flying above them, set against a background with diagonal lines and cross-hatching for texture and depth.

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Bibliography

1802

  • Bartsch, Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna, 1802-1821: Adam. Le peintre graveur. 21 vols. Vienna: J.V. Degen, 1802-1821.

Wikidata ID

Q65576057

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