Annunciation
- Artist
- Paolo Veronese
- Date
- c.1560
- Style
- Mannerism
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
Paolo Veronese's Annunciation is a quintessential example of his mastery in religious painting. Created on a canvas using oil pigments, the work showcases Veronese’s vibrant color palette and naturalist style, influenced by Titian. Transitioning from an early Mannerism phase, Veronese perfected a composition that balances grandeur with clarity, typical of the Venetian school. The depiction of the angel and the Virgin highlights his ability to blend religious themes with lush visual detail, reinforcing his reputation as a leading figure of the late Renaissance.
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