The Annunciation

Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two central figures. The person on the left is a woman sitting on a cushioned bench. She has long hair covered by a veil, delicate facial features, and wears a flowing gown. In front of her, there is a small table with an open book on it. The surrounding area includes heavy drapery and a wall. The person on the right is an angel kneeling on clouds, facing the woman with one arm raised and pointing. The angel has large wings, a halo around the head, and wears robes similar to the woman's. Golden rays of light emanate from the angel. Below the cloud, there is a potted plant with flowers. The background shows wispy clouds and cherubic faces in the sky.