Description of the painting by Leonardo da Vinci “The Annunciation”

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1. Description of the painting by Leonardo da Vinci “Self-portrait”“Self-portrait” by Leonardo Da Vinci is one of the most famous works of the artist, which, perhaps, gives viewers an idea of what the famous Renaissance artist looked like. However, some experts believe that this is a completely different person. However, this picture was painted at about the time when Leonardo was about 60 years […]...
2. Description of the painting by Leonardo da Vinci “The head of a woman”Leonardo Da Vinci – the great artist of the Renaissance. The most important feature of his work is that he with incredible accuracy and expressiveness conveyed the emotions of a person in his paintings, carefully drawing absolutely everything, even the smallest details. In order to complete the work, the great artist repeatedly made multiple sketches […]...
3. Description of the painting by Leonardo da Vinci “John the Baptist”“John the Baptist” is a painting by Leonardo Da Vinci, an Italian Renaissance artist. This oil painting refers to the later period of the artist’s work and testifies not only to the creative decline of Da Vinci, but also to the end of the Renaissance era itself. This is clearly seen from the character of […]...
4. Description of the painting by Leonardo Da Vinci “Madonna with a Carnation”Madonna with a flower by Leonardo Da Vinci portrayed at a young age. At this time, his paintings were influenced by the work of Verrocchio, who was his teacher. This is the first independent creation of the artist. Contemporary noticed an expressive detail. Da Vinci depicts a carafe of water. He managed to pass the […]...
5. Description of the painting by Leonardo da Vinci “Portrait of Genevra de Benchi”The work of Leonardo Da Vinci “Portrait of Ginevra de Benchi” refers to the early work of the artist. The artist often painted women, this is one of the distinguishing features of his work. In addition, the facial features are drawn so clearly and vividly that it is not at all difficult to guess the […]...
6. Description of the painting by Leonardo da Vinci “Lady with an Ermine”The Lady with an Ermine was written by Leonardo Da Vinci towards the end of the 15th century. It is assumed that the girl depicted in the picture is the favorite of Lodovico Sforza Cecilia Galleroni. Just in the years of writing a picture of Leonardo was in the service of the duke. “The Lady […]...
7. Description of the painting by Leonardo da Vinci “Vitruvian Man”The picture of the Vitruvian Man is a work that was created by Leonardo da Vinci in the years 1490-92 as an illustration for a book. The book itself was devoted to the works of Vitruvius, and the illustration by Da Vinci was placed in her diary. The figure clearly shows the image of a […]...
8. Description of the painting by Leonardo da Vinci “Madonna”Numerous studies of paintings by Leonardo da Vinci indicate that a separate theme in the artist’s work was the theme of the mother and her child. Often in his paintings there are images of a young woman, expressing care and concern for her baby. Currently stored in the Hermitage of St. Petersburg. Experts believe that […]...
9. Description of the painting by Leonardo da Vinci “Madonna with a flower” (Madonna Benoit)Madonna with a flower is one of the first works of art of Leonardo. Da Vinci portrayed Madonna in a room with a darkened view, in which the image in the depth of a double window is the only source of light. The window is presented in the addition of greenish light, which can not […]...
10. Description of the painting by Leonardo da Vinci “Madonna with a Pomegranate”“Madonna with a Pomegranate” is the earliest, quite touching and spontaneous Madonna, which was created by the great painter and master Leonardo. Each of the subsequent images from Madonna will be very close to its compositional and stylistic component to the “Madonna with a Pomegranate”. The painter had the presence of a special composition, with […]...
11. Description of the painting by Leonardo da Vinci “Madonna in the grotto” (Madonna in the rocks)This work of art was done in oil on the panel, and subsequently transferred to the canvas by Leonardo Da Vinci from a period of one thousand four hundred eighty-third to one thousand four hundred eighty-sixth year. The main feature of this work lies in the fact that it is one of the paintings, which […]...
12. Description of the painting by Vasily Surikov “Annunciation”As the name implies, the picture is dedicated to one of the biblical scenes. The picture tells us about a very important event for the religious world: the Archangel Gabriel arrived in Nazareth to the Virgin Mary to tell her the good news – she will be the mother of the Savior of the world, […]...
13. Description of the painting by Titian’s “Annunciation”Working on this picture, Titian worked not only with his hands, but also with his fingers, trying to show the image that struck him in a fit of inspiration. He seemed to be trying to fashion the image of the archangels, the Virgin Mary herself and Jesus, his apostles. He worked on this picture for […]...
14. Description of the painting by Leonardo da Vinci “The Last Supper”The Last Supper is a fresco by Leonardo De Vinci, which is presented in the form of a scene from the last supper of Christ surrounded by his disciples. The artist created it in the years 1495-1498 in the monastery called “Santa Maria” located in Milan. This work is quite traditional for that era. It […]...
15. Description of the icon by Andrei Rublev “Archangel Gabriel”Andrei Rublev was considered one of the best Russian icon painters of all time. During his life he managed to paint several cathedrals and churches. One of his most famous works is the icon, which depicts the Archangel Gabriel. Andrei Rublev did not work independently. He was always helped by his apprentices, and while working […]...
16. Description of the painting by Dante Rossetti “Annunciation”This work is one of the most famous in the work of the British, who was not only an artist, but also a writer and translator. The Annunciation is one of the most important events and festivals of Christianity. An innocent maiden named Maria took a vow of lifelong celibacy and chastity and led a […]...
17. Description of the icon by Andrei Rublev “Annunciation”The icon, written on a lime board, has been preserved in the iconostasis of the Trinity Cathedral for many years thanks to the careful care of restorers, although the safety of the work of Rublev, of course, is difficult to assess as high. The plot is based on one of the central holidays of all […]...
18. Description of the painting by Leonardo da Vinci “Mona Lisa” (Gioconda)The picture presented in the form of a rectangular format shows an image of a woman in dark clothes. which is in the half-turn position. They sit in a chair, and her hands are folded together, one hand rests on the arm of the chair, and the other is on top of the first. The […]...
19. Description of the painting by Sandro Botticelli “Annunciation”Botticelli created a grandiose picture that simply impresses. He depicts the dramatic scene of the Annunciation. On the floor there are strict rectangles, the division of the walls is also verified. The Archangel just flew to Mary. We sense a movement that is not stopped. He knelt down. Madonna and the Archangel fly towards each […]...
20. Description of the painting by Vladimir Borovikovsky “Annunciation”The Annunciation – a painting by Vladimir Borovikovsky, presumably written in 1810-1820, represents one of two types characteristic of his work – religious motifs and secular portraits. The picture is in the Russian Museum of St. Petersburg. Vladimir Lukich Borovikovsky was a Russian artist, who was considered the main portraitist of Russia at the turn […]...
21. Description of the painting by Rafael Santi “Madonna Granduk”“Madonna Grandka” – one of the most famous canvases by Italian artist Raphael Santi. The plot of the picture is quite traditional – the image of the Virgin Mary with the baby in her arms. A number of art historians suggest that the canvas was created by Raphael in 1504-1505, shortly after he moved to […]...
22. Description of the icon by Andrei Rublev “Archangel Michael”Andrei Rublev’s painting “Archangel Michael” is in the Tretyakov Gallery, where it occupies high positions. With this work, the artist seemed to combine all possible best qualities of a person and hope. Michael – the first angel at the right hand of God was always personified as the reliable protection of mankind and his interests. […]...
23. Description of the painting by Andrea Verrokko “The Baptism of Christ”The work was written around 1472-1475. Andrea Verrocchio, specializing primarily in sculpture, carried out orders for painting with long interruptions. He couldn’t complete the “Baptism of Christ” for a long time, so he ordered one of his students to finish the work – this is how Leonardo da Vinci co-authored Verrocchio. The angel and two […]...
24. Description of the painting by Jacopo Tintoretto “The Battle of Archangel Michael with Satan”“The Battle of the Archangel Michael with Satan” is a picture written by Jacopo Tintoretto on a biblical story. The New Testament of the Bible speaks of the great battle between good and evil. The devil in the guise of a dragon fights with the archangel. The artist here does not depict the usual dragon, […]...
25. Description of the painting by Hieronymus Bosch “Self-portrait”Hieronymus Bosch, the son of hereditary artists who came from Germany. Bosch is a pseudonym, which is formed from the name of the city Hertogenbosch (translated as ducal forest). The workshop of his parents was engaged in wall paintings, gilding sculptures, making various church utensils. Jerome’s children’s hobby was dissecting dead animals or fish. After […]...
26. Description of the painting by Bartolome Esteban Murillo “Ascension of the Virgin Mary”The famous artist Murillo with trepidation and reverence relates to religious themes, and the image of the Virgin Mary many times appears in paintings. However, since the 1690s, the Virgin Mary loses her former warmth and kindness, acquires a general look. The new look of Mary is an abstract deity, which cannot be said about […]...
27. Description of the painting by Vladimir Borovikovsky “Portrait of Lopukhina”Undoubtedly, Vladimir Lukich Borovikovsky, very talented and judging by his robots, is quite a diligent artist, after all, all his lines, contours, and textures have been perfected. There is not even a hint of unfinished work. Many art critics believe that it was from the portrait of Lopukhina that the era of portrait painters began […]...
28. Description of the painting by Sandro Botticelli “Angel”The painting is currently in the Museum of Art in El Paso (USA). By genre, it certainly needs to be attributed to religious painting, it was written in tempera. As for the direction of fine art, the work belongs to the Early Renaissance. We see an angel depicted in the picture, raising his hands to […]...
29. Description of the painting by Sandro Botticelli “Adoration of the Magi”The plots of biblical writings always had a hidden meaning and secret character. Therefore, in the Renaissance they were interested in many artists, among whom there are several popular names – Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, etc. They began to compose compositions from the most famous events described in the Bible. But in this picture, the […]...
30. Description of the painting by Sandro Botticelli “John the Baptist”The Italian master of the Renaissance Sandro Botticelli has repeatedly portrayed in his works of St. John the Baptist. The forerunner of Christ was one of the most popular in the painting of the entire Renaissance, with the popularity being second only to the Holy Virgin Mary. He was usually portrayed in two forms – […]...
31. Description of the painting by Rafael Santi “Madonna in the green”In the defining years of creative development, Rafael Santi is located in the city of Florence. Since 1504, the artist absorbs the skill of Michelangelo and his talented colleagues Leonardo da Vinci who worked here. Prior to this, young Raphael mastered the traditions of just the beginning of the Renaissance. Now he learned a lot […]...
32. Description of the painting by Ivan Aivazovsky “Foggy Morning in Italy”Created in 1864, used canvas and oil, size – 208 by 149 cm. Located in the Feodosia Picture Gallery. IK Aivazovsky, Theodosius, Crimea. In 1840, Ivan Konstantinovich went on a four-year journey through European countries. It began with a visit to the original Mecca of the artistic world – Italy, which presented such great artists […]...
33. Description of the painting by Raphael Santi “Portrait of a young man”Rafael Santi’s portrait work for obvious reasons has been largely lost, but especially valuable specimens, such as the portrait of a young man, remain under the strict supervision of the world artistic community, as they represent exceptional artistic value. The fundamental difference in his work after meeting with Leonardo da Vinci is felt in most […]...
34. Description of the painting by Giorgione “Portrait of a Young Man”Full of unsolved mysteries, a picture of Barbarelli da Castelfranco Giorgione “Portrait of a Young Man” is not at all like typical portraits of the Renaissance. A characteristic feature of portraiture of the Renaissance is, above all, the direct gaze of the person portrayed to the viewer, the emergence of a sense of “pursuit” of […]...
35. Description of the painting by Salvador Dali “The Last Supper”The great master of surrealism, Salvador Dali, wrote The Last Supper in 1955. The picture found its place in the Washington National Gallery. The canvas is written with sophisticated technique, photo materials were used to create it. He creates a traditional story, presenting it from a futuristic point of view. The artist depicted a meeting […]...
36. Description of the painting by Raphael Santi “Saint Sebastian”Renaissance paintings have long been considered classics. Rafael Santi is one of the most prominent artists of the sixteenth century. He is among the three most talented artists of all time, on a par with Leonardo da Vinci. Raphael was able to transmit real life events, giving them magic and mystery. The painting “Saint Sebastian” […]...
37. Description of the painting by Maurits Escher “drawing hands”The sheet is held tightly on the push pins. One hand sketches the cuff with an elegant cufflink. And – as if suddenly – a second hand is selected from this painted cuff, which is not even completed yet. Moreover, getting out of the painted surface, it becomes like a living creature. And this creature […]...
38. Description of the painting by Giorgione “Laura”This portrait of a beautiful stranger was written a long time ago, in the 16th century. If we compare its size with other famous canvases of those times, we can see that it was rather small. What is the length that the width of the canvas did not reach half a meter. He painted with […]...
39. Description of the painting by Sandro Botticelli “Madonna with a book”The Madonna and the Book is one of the most famous works of Sandro Botticelli, a contemporary of Leonardo da Vinci and Raphael Santi, who remained on a par with the centuries. Throughout his creative career, Botticelli created various images of the Madonnas. The paintings were attended by people and angels, a different background and […]...
40. Description of the painting by Rafael Santi “Loggia Psyche”The great Italian artist Rafael Santi early became an orphan, but the first experience as a painter acquired in the workshop of his father, who painted at the court of the Duke of Urbinsky. Later in his work, Rafael focused primarily on the legacy of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. The vast majority of his […]...