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Annunciation. Bas relief by Andrea della Robbia in the Church of Saint Frediano in Lucca
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Annunciation. Bas relief by Andrea della Robbia in the Church of Saint Frediano in Lucca
Annunciation. Bas relief by Andrea della Robbia in the Church of Saint Frediano in Lucca. Lucca Church of Saint Frediano Low Relief, Basrelief, Lunette Early Renaissance, Renaissance, Renaissance-Baroque styles and periods, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1900 ca.. Date of Artwork:1450-1525 ca.. Artist:Della Robbia, Andrea
Brogi
BGA-F-012636-0000
Media ID 33171497
© Alinari Archives, Florence
Annunciation Archangel Gabriel Festoonearly Renaissance Life And Representations Of The Virgin Virgin Mary Subject Vegetal Element Or Composition
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This photograph captures the exquisite beauty of Andrea della Robbia's bas relief, "Annunciation" located in the Church of Saint Frediano in Lucca. The delicate details of this early Renaissance artwork are brought to life through the lens of Brogi, a renowned photographer from Alinari. The bas relief depicts the iconic biblical scene where Archangel Gabriel appears before the Virgin Mary, announcing that she will bear God's son. Della Robbia skillfully portrays this momentous encounter with remarkable precision and emotion. The figures of Mary and Gabriel are rendered with grace and serenity, their expressions conveying both awe and reverence. The composition is adorned with intricate vegetal elements, creating an atmosphere of tranquility and harmony. Delicate vines entwine around the figures, forming a beautiful festoon that frames them within nature's embrace. This fusion of human form with natural motifs exemplifies the Renaissance fascination with combining artistry and botany. Dating back to approximately 1450-1525 AD, this masterpiece showcases Della Robbia's mastery in capturing religious subjects during a time when Europe was undergoing significant cultural transformation. It represents a harmonious blend between early Renaissance style and later influences from Baroque art. Brogi's photograph preserves not only the artistic brilliance but also offers us a glimpse into history itself. Taken around 1900 AD, it allows us to appreciate how this magnificent artwork has endured for centuries as an important symbol within Lucca's rich cultural heritage. As we gaze upon this print by Brogi from Alinari, we are reminded once again of humanity's enduring quest for spiritual connection through art – a timeless testament to our shared history across millennia.
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