Annunciatie
Medium
paper
Dimensions
52; 63
Rights
Public Domain
About this artwork
houtsnede met tekst in boekdruk op het verso
Art Historical Context
Welcome to our virtual gallery, where we explore a delicate gem from the 16th century: *Annunciatie* (Annunciation), an anonymous woodcut print created in 1536. Measuring just 63 mm high by 52 mm wide—smaller than a modern postcard—this intricate image on paper captures the biblical moment when the angel Gabriel announces to the Virgin Mary that she will Jesus. The reverse side bears letterpress text, suggesting it was likely part of a devotional booklet or loose sheet designed for personal prayer. Woodcuts like this were a hallmark of Renaissance printmaking, allowing affordable reproduction...