The Story
The Annunciation by Paolo Veronese (Italian, 1528–1588).
“A silence so complete it becomes its own witness.”
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The Annunciation
Paolo Veronese (Italian, 1528–1588)
Period
Renaissance
Theme
Daily Life
Medium
oil on canvas
Current Location
Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland
The Story
The Annunciation by Paolo Veronese (Italian, 1528–1588).
“A silence so complete it becomes its own witness.”
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A restrained palette and sculptural lighting create a solemn geometry. The wooden crate and letter anchor the narrative with journalistic precision.