The Annunciation
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of Filippo Lippi's The Annunciation into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
Fra Filippo Lippi’s The Annunciation (c. 1440–1450) is a radiant example of Early Renaissance painting, blending spiritual reverence with human tenderness. Set in an elegant, arched loggia, the scene depicts the Virgin Mary, draped in luminous blue, gracefully receiving the angel Gabriel’s divine message. Lippi’s delicate brushwork bathes the figures in soft light, while the intricate details—gilded halos, embroidered fabrics, and a heavenly dove—harmonize piety with worldly beauty. The composition’s balanced perspective and ethereal palette reflect Lippi’s mastery of Florentine artistry, bridging medieval symbolism and Renaissance naturalism. As a friar-painter, his unique ability to infuse sacred narratives with intimate emotion made this work pivotal in transitioning from Gothic rigidity to the lifelike warmth of the Renaissance. Today, it remains a treasured gem (housed in Rome’s Basilica di San Giovanni in Laterano), celebrated for its poetic grace and technical finesse.
For a modern space, The Annunciation’s serene ambiance suits a light-filled study, meditation room, or office seeking refined inspiration. Choose a medium-sized gilded frame to echo its original altar context, and place it against muted taupe or pale gray walls to let the celestial blues and golds shine. A neoclassical console or a sleek minimalist desk beneath it would balance its ornate details without overwhelming. Complement the palette with soft linen upholstery in ivory or dove gray, and add sparse metallic accents—like brass lamps or vases—to mirror the painting’s gilded motifs. For larger spaces, a high-quality reproduction (around 24x36 inches) ensures visibility, while a smaller version (12x18 inches) works elegantly as part of a gallery wall with botanical sketches or terra-cotta textures for a curated Renaissance-inspired vignette.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
