Canvas Print : The Annunciation. Detail. 15th century. Corfu. Greece
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The Annunciation. Detail. 15th century. Corfu. Greece
The Annunciation. Detail. Fresco dated in the second half of the 15th century. From the church of St. Nicholas of Kato Korakiana. Old Fortress Museum. Corfu. Ionian Islands
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Media ID 14316514
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Announce Annunciation Archangel Aura Aureole Byzantine Byzantium Corfu Fortress Fresco Gabriel Halo Icon Nicholas Virgin Wing Winged 15th Annunciator Kato
21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Experience the timeless beauty of art with our Media Storehouse Canvas Prints. This exquisite detail from "The Annunciation," a 15th-century fresco discovered in the Old Fortress Museum of Corfu, Greece, showcases the intricate craftsmanship of the era. With Mary Evans Prints Online's Rights Managed image, our canvas prints bring the rich history and vibrant colors of this masterpiece into your home. Each print is meticulously printed on high-quality canvas and coated with a protective, archival-quality finish to ensure lasting brilliance. Elevate your décor with a piece of history, order your Media Storehouse Canvas Print of "The Annunciation. Detail. 15th century. Corfu. Greece" today.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
The Annunciation,
EDITORS COMMENTS
a captivating 15th century fresco, is a masterpiece of Byzantine art, meticulously preserved in the Old Fortress Museum of Corfu, Greece. Dated in the second half of the 15th century, this exquisite painting originated from the humble church of St. Nicholas in Kato Korakiana. The scene unfolds with the Virgin Mary, radiant in her serene beauty, seated before an open book, her expression a gentle blend of surprise and acceptance. The Annunciator, the Archangel Gabriel, appears in a burst of ethereal light, his wings spread wide, creating an aura of otherworldly majesty. The halo that surrounds both figures, a symbol of their divine connection, shines with a golden aureole, adding to the celestial atmosphere. Mary's simple, flowing robes, delicately painted, contrast with the intricate details of Gabriel's winged attire. The winged figure, with his regal bearing, delivers the momentous news of the incarnation, the announcement of the birth of Jesus Christ. The artist's skillful use of perspective and depth, combined with the subtle interplay of light and shadow, adds a sense of three-dimensionality to the flat surface of the fresco. This painting, a testament to the rich artistic heritage of Byzantium, offers a glimpse into the religious beliefs and cultural practices of the people of Corfu during the 15th century. The Annunciation remains a powerful and enduring symbol of faith, a reminder of the profound impact of the divine message delivered to the Virgin Mary, and the beginning of the Christian story.
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