$500
Continental School, likely Italian (Late 19th century), "The Annunciation to the Blessed Virgin", oil on canvas, apparently unsigned. Painting depicting the Annunciation with the angel Gabriel delivering the message that Mary is to bear the Christ Child. Winged Gabriel wearing light blue jewel accented robe and holding white lily flowers in hand (a symbol of purity). Mary on right side of Gabriel with standard symbolic blue and white robes reading from her book (according to story a psalter) with arms crossed. Framed 29.4" x 43.5". Unframed 22" x 36".
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2014-08-09