Annunciation
- Artist
- Paolo Veronese
- Date
- 1558
- Style
- Mannerism
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Basilica dei Santi Giovanni e Paolo (San Zanipolo)
Paolo Veronese's Annunciation exemplifies his mastery in Religious painting during the Venetian Renaissance. Created on canvas using oil paints, the work captures the moment of the angel Gabriel's announcement to Mary. Veronese’s naturalist style evolved after an early phase influenced by Mannerism (late renaissance), moving toward vibrant colors and harmonious compositions. Known for his exceptional colorism, Veronese integrates grandeur and spiritual serenity, aligning with the tradition of grand history paintings that characterized his career alongside Titian and Tintoretto.
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