Annunciation (1495)

Jean Hey

Created:
Movement:
1495
Renaissance
key Notes:
Renaissance symbolism, Angel Gabriel
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Dimensions:
72.5 × 50.1 cm (28 1/2 × 19 11/16 in.); Framed: 86.3 × 65.4 cm (34 × 25 3/4 in.)
medium:
Oil on panel
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Annunciation (1495) by Jean Hey

The painting titled Annunciation, created in 1495 by Jean Hey, is an exemplary work of the late Gothic period, executed in oil on panel. Jean Hey, often associated with the Master of Moulins, was a prominent figure in French art during the transition from the Gothic to the Renaissance style. This work is notable for its intricate detail and the delicate rendering of figures, which reflect Hey's mastery of oil painting techniques. The Annunciation captures a pivotal biblical moment with a serene and contemplative atmosphere, characteristic of Hey's religious compositions. Jean Hey's contributions to art are significant for their blend of Northern European detail and the emerging Renaissance humanism. His works, including the Annunciation, continue to be studied for their artistic and historical significance in the context of late 15th-century European art.

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Annunciation (1495) by Jean Hey

The painting "Annunciation" by Jean Hey, created in 1495, is an oil on panel work that exemplifies the Northern Renaissance style with its detailed realism and vibrant color palette. It depicts the biblical scene of the Angel Gabriel announcing to the Virgin Mary that she will conceive the Son of God, a common subject in Christian art of the period.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Annunciation (1495)