Study, Reduced to One-Quarter Size, of the Angel in Veronese's Annunciation, in the Uffizi Gallery at Florence

Charles Herbert Moore

Created:

Movement:

1895

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key Notes:

"Reduced Scale" and "Angel Study"

Dimensions:

12 x 9 1/4 in. (30.5 x 23.5 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Master

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story of the work:

"Study, Reduced to One-Quarter Size, of the Angel in Veronese's Annunciation, in the Uffizi Gallery at Florence" is a work by American artist Charles Herbert Moore, created in 1895. This painting exemplifies Moore's interest in the study of classical compositions and his engagement with the Renaissance, specifically referencing Paolo Veronese's depiction of the Annunciation, while also reflecting the broader trend of academic art in the late 19th century.

Description of the work:

"Study, Reduced to One-Quarter Size, of the Angel in Veronese's Annunciation, in the Uffizi Gallery at Florence" by Charles Herbert Moore is a meticulous watercolor study that captures the ethereal quality of the angelic figure depicted in Paolo Veronese's original work. The composition emphasizes the delicate interplay of light and shadow, showcasing Moore's adept handling of color and form to convey the angel's grace and divine presence.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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