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The Annunciation to Joachim

Wolf Huber

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a scene with a slightly elevated perspective, depicting a landscape with a sky above. The horizon is visible with textured clouds filling the upper part of the image. A winged figure is descending from above. The style is detailed and meticulous, resembling an etching or engraving. The color palette is monochromatic, using shades of brown and beige. In the foreground, there is a dog standing next to a kneeling figure interacting with the angel. Trees with detailed foliage are also present. In the background, a shepherd is with a flock near simplistic buildings.

Artwork Details

Date
1514
Medium
pen and brown ink on laid paper
Dimensions
3231 × 4757 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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