San Marco Annunciation Oval Wood Plaque - 15.8"

• Serene and lovely Florentine plaque
• Classic image beloved for centuries
• Fra Angelico's Annunciation at San Marco
• Wood with gold leaf edging
• Traditional and holy art for your sacred spaces

In serene color and classic imagery, Fra Angelico painted this version of the Annunciation within the former dormitory of the Dominican monastery of San Marco. Fresco within the former dormitory of the Dominican monastery of San Marco in Florence, Italy. The Archangel Gabriel appears to Our Lady, crossing his arms in humble recognition of the role God has asked her to play in our salvation. She listens intently, eyes cast down in respect for the Angel of the Lord, before responding with her fiat. The oval-shaped wood plaque is elegantly finished in Florentine style, with gold leaf edging to give a traditional and time-honored appeal to the piece. The generous size makes for a distinctive presentation. Made in Italy using techniques passed down through the centuries, this is holy art for your sacred spaces.