The Annunciation Traditional It is a traveling narrative

It is a traveling narrative

After surviving a life threatening illness

or Falling Asleep

is recorded in the Synoptic Gospels and commemorated annually on August 6th

acrylic paint instead of gesso and gold paint instead of gold leaf

The Annunciation Traditional It is a traveling narrativeMarch 25th The icon of the Annunciation, based on a later medieval original, is a masterpiece of balance between dynamic action and contemplative meditation. The Archangel Gabriel, on the left symbolizing the eternal realm, stands on a platform of authority while addressing to the young Virgin the invitation to become the Theotokos, the God Bearer. The angel is almost a blur of garments and gestures to symbolize running and movement while the Virgin