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Antonello da Messina. Virgin Annunciate. ca
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Antonello da Messina. Virgin Annunciate. ca
Antonello da Messina. Virgin Annunciate. ca. 1476. The Virgin reading with a bookrest. Renaissance art. Quattrocento. Oil on wood. ITALY. Palermo. Fine Arts Museum
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This stunning work of art is a masterpiece by the Italian Renaissance painter Antonello da Messina, titled "Virgin Annunciate." Created around 1476, this exquisite oil on wood painting depicts the Virgin Mary in a contemplative moment, engrossed in reading with the assistance of a bookrest. The interior setting of the painting transports us to the quiet and serene atmosphere of a Renaissance study. The use of rich, vibrant colors and fine details showcases the exceptional skill and artistry of Antonello da Messina during the Quattrocento period. The painting, now housed in the Fine Arts Museum in Palermo, Italy, is a vertical composition that measures approximately 57 x 43 cm. The vertical orientation adds to the sense of intimacy and introspection, as if we are peering into the private world of the Virgin Mary. The intricate folds of her robe and the delicate rendering of her features reveal the artist's meticulous attention to detail. The Annunciate Virgin, a common theme in Christian art, represents the moment when the Angel Gabriel announces to the Virgin Mary that she will conceive and bear the son of God. However, in this painting, Antonello da Messina captures a moment of stillness and reflection, emphasizing the Virgin's inner strength and devotion. The use of naturalistic colors and realistic representation of the human form are characteristic of the Renaissance style, making this painting a significant contribution to the artistic legacy of the period.
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