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The Annunciation
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The Annunciation

Lucas Cranach (I) · 1482 - 1553 · houtsnede; paper

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Mary sits with a book on her lap and her hands she has folded. The angel Gabriel brings her the message that she will become pregnant. Above the angel flies a dove as symbol of the Holy Spirit which descends upon Mary.

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Credit lineAnnunciatie. 1482 - 1553. Lucas Cranach (I). Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
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