The artwork titled “Annunciation (Fragment)” was created by the artist Duccio between 1308 and 1311. This piece is painted on wood using tempera and is classified as part of the Proto Renaissance art movement. It’s a religious painting that belongs to the “Maesta” series, which are known for their depictions of the Virgin Mary.
In this fragment of a larger work, we see the figure of the Archangel Gabriel, captured mid-movement as if just entering the scene. The angel’s robes are painted with a sense of flowing motion, the pink and blue hues suggesting the presence of divine light. The wings are detailed with elegant patterns, denoting the angelic nature of the figure. Gabriel’s hand extends forward, seemingly in the act of delivering the Annunciation message, although we do not see the receiving figure of the Virgin Mary in this fragment. The background hints at an architectural setting with columns and an archway, which enhances the narrative setting of the biblical event. The meticulous details and the use of gold enhance the painting’s sense of sacredness and historical importance.
