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The Annunciation and Expulsion from Paradise, c. 1435 (tempera on panel)
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The Annunciation and Expulsion from Paradise, c. 1435 (tempera on panel)
XOS741905 The Annunciation and Expulsion from Paradise, c. 1435 (tempera on panel) by Giovanni di Paolo di Grazia (1403-83); 40 x 46.4 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; Italian, out of copyright
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Adam Announcing Eden Expelled Gabriel Visiting
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This print showcases "The Annunciation and Expulsion from Paradise" by Giovanni di Paolo di Grazia, a renowned Italian Renaissance artist. The artwork, created around 1435 using tempera on panel, measures 40 x 46.4 cm and is housed in the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC. In this masterpiece, we witness a pivotal moment in biblical history. On the left side of the composition, Archangel Gabriel visits Mary, known as the Virgin Madonna. Bathed in heavenly light and adorned with delicate wings, Gabriel announces to Mary that she has been chosen to bear God's son. On the right side of the painting lies an equally significant scene: Adam and Eve being expelled from the Garden of Eden after succumbing to temptation. Their expressions reflect their sorrowful realization that they have lost paradise due to their disobedience towards God's command. Giovanni di Paolo di Grazia skillfully captures these two contrasting moments within one frame, emphasizing humanity's fall from grace alongside Mary's divine purpose. The intricate details and vibrant colors characteristic of Renaissance art are evident throughout this piece. "The Annunciation and Expulsion from Paradise" serves as a powerful reminder of both human frailty and spiritual redemption. It invites viewers to contemplate themes of faith, sin, forgiveness, and salvation while marveling at its artistic brilliance preserved for generations at the National Gallery of Art in Washington DC.
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