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The Annunciation, and story of Adam and Eve - Oil on canvas, c. 1480
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The Annunciation, and story of Adam and Eve - Oil on canvas, c. 1480
LRI4575866 The Annunciation, and story of Adam and Eve - Oil on canvas, c.1480 by Credi, Lorenzo di (1456-1536); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: The Annunciation Below story of Adam and Eve with God Creating Eve from the Hip of Adam, the Forbidden Fruit and Adam and Eve Hunts of Paradise (The Annunciation, and story of Adam and Eve) Painting by Lorenzo di Credi (ca. 1459-1537), circa 1480 Oil on canvas Dim: 88 x 71 cm Uffizi Museum of Florence); Luisa Ricciarini; Italian, out of copyright
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This print showcases Lorenzo di Credi's masterpiece, "The Annunciation, and story of Adam and Eve" painted around 1480. The oil on canvas painting is currently housed in the prestigious Galleria degli Uffizi in Florence, Italy. In this remarkable artwork, two distinct biblical narratives are intertwined. The upper portion depicts the iconic scene of the Annunciation, where the angel Gabriel appears before the Virgin Mary to deliver news of her divine pregnancy. Meanwhile, below this celestial encounter unfolds a visual narrative of Adam and Eve's story. Lorenzo di Credi skillfully portrays God creating Eve from Adam's hip while they stand amidst lush vegetation symbolizing paradise. Adjacent to them lies the forbidden fruit that would lead to their expulsion from Eden. This juxtaposition highlights humanity's fall from grace due to temptation and disobedience. With meticulous attention to detail and vibrant colors typical of Renaissance artistry, di Credi captures both heavenly beauty and earthly turmoil within one composition. His portrayal evokes contemplation on themes such as faith, redemption, sin, and human nature. Through this print by Luisa Ricciarini capturing every brushstroke with precision, viewers can appreciate not only the technical mastery but also delve into profound religious symbolism embedded within "The Annunciation" alongside Adam and Eve's tale.
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