Angel of the Annunciation, 1430–40, Made in the Veneto or Friuli, Northeast Italy, Italian, Istrian Limestone, gesso, gilt


Angel of the Annunciation, 1430–40, Made in the Veneto or Friuli, Northeast Italy, Italian, Istrian Limestone, gesso, gilt, Overall: 37 1/2 x 14 3/4 in., 155lb. ( x cm, ), Sculpture-Stone, This image of archangel Gabriel was originally paired with a depiction of the Virgin Mary, whom he addresses. Though its subject is impending birth, it may once have decorated a tomb. In Venice and Verona, the area from which this sculpture comes, a number of intact tombs include an angel of the Annunciation and the Virgin at either side, emblematic of the Christian story of salvation through Jesus


Size: 3900px × 5200px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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