AnnunciationGiovanni Da BalduccioNone

Late Gothic
Santa Maria del Prato

Opposite the entrance door, in the line of sight of those passing into the room, sits giant, muscular Polyphemus - the prototype of a man tortured by ardent passion, an image of physical virility wedged into a rocky crag. Giulio links this figure to the two neighbouring erotic scenes in a risqué manner. Polyphemus's pipes - the pipe being a common metaphor for the phallus - point to the left where in the scene Jupiter Seducing Olympias Jupiter is obviously putting his virility to use while blinding the witness. One-eyed Polyphemus thus prefers to gate to the right where - in the scene Pasiphae - he sees sticking out toward him the hindquarters of the artificial cow. Polyphemus reclines, alone and lovelorn in his cave, the enormous club remains leaning between his legs. Galatea and her lover embrace by the seashore in the distance.The three lunettes on the west wall represent Venus before Jupiter, Mercury, Psyche Appealing in Vain to Juno.

Giovanni Da Balduccio (1290 – 1349)

Giovanni da Balduccio (c. 1290-1349) was a pivotal Italian Gothic sculptor, blending Tuscan & classical styles. Known for intricate marble works like the Shrine of St. Peter Martyr and sarcophagi, he influenced medieval sculpture.

Santa Maria del Prato (San Casciano Val di Pesa, Italy)

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About this artwork

Title: Annunciation
Artist: Giovanni Da Balduccio
Format: Square
Copyright status: Public domain
Where to see it: Santa Maria del Prato
Creative period: Late Medieval
Main color: Celadon
Keywords: annunciation painting, giovanni da balduccio, oil on canvas art
Color hue: Green to Violet Spectrum
Perceived brightness: balanced

Questions & Answers

What art movement does "Annunciation" by Giovanni Da Balduccio belong to?

The movement associated with "Annunciation" by Giovanni Da Balduccio is Late Gothic. This classification situates the work among related artists and artworks.

How light is "Annunciation" overall?

In terms of perceived brightness, "Annunciation" by Giovanni Da Balduccio is balanced.

Who is the artist behind "Annunciation"?

The artist behind "Annunciation" is Giovanni Da Balduccio. The work is catalogued under Giovanni Da Balduccio's name.

Is "Annunciation" typical of what Giovanni Da Balduccio usually created?

Among Giovanni Da Balduccio's recorded themes - biblical narrative influence, gothic artistic style, religious devotion theme, renaissance italian art, patronage & piety, commissioned devotional piece, early career masterpiece, symbolic representation - "Annunciation" brings its own focus on annunciation scene, religious iconography, medieval art style, italian renaissance, biblical narrative, saint joseph figure, mary and child.

What luminance does "Annunciation" by Giovanni Da Balduccio have?

The colors of "Annunciation" show a gentle luminance luminance.

Who is the author of "Annunciation", and in which movement?

"Annunciation" was created by Giovanni Da Balduccio in the Late Gothic style. Artist and movement identify the work's tradition.

Can "Annunciation" by Giovanni Da Balduccio, held at the Santa Maria del Prato, be legally reproduced?

"Annunciation" by Giovanni Da Balduccio, held at the Santa Maria del Prato, is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. This status determines whether reproductions of the image may be made.