“The Annunciation” is a religious painting created by Paul Delvaux in 1955, belonging to the Surrealism art movement. The artwork measures 109.5 x 149.5 cm and is an evocative representation encapsulating religious themes through Delvaux’s distinctive surrealist lens.
The artwork depicts a dreamlike scene, characterized by a blue-dominated color palette. It features a woman reclining on a bed, dressed in white, with a contemplative expression on her face, gazing upwards. Adjacent to her stands another woman, cloaked in a flowing blue robe, extending her hand in a gesture that appears to signify communication or interaction. In the background, the architectural setting is intricate and spacious, with large blue pillars and windows opening up to a distant landscape under a clear sky. Farther back, several women can be seen ascending and descending a grand staircase, engaged in various activities. The meticulous use of perspective and the serene yet enigmatic atmosphere are hallmarks of Delvaux’s surrealist oeuvre, creating a reverent yet otherworldly scene.
