"Annunciation" Guido Reni (Bologna 1575-1642) workshop Oil on copper Period: 1st half of the 17th century Copper 22.5 x 31 frame 45 x 55 Excellent condition This jewel of exceptional beauty, painted in oil on copper with extraordinary finesse, depicts the most fascinating scene of the Gospels, namely the apparition of the Archangel Gabriel before the Virgin to announce the Great Event of the incarnation of Christ, the son of God, in her womb. The Divine Messenger holds the lily, a symbol of purity, in his right hand, and points with his left to the white dove of the Holy Spirit, which with a ray of light completes the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary. It faithfully reproduces the famous masterpiece made around 1610 by Guido Reni, currently exhibited in the "Chapel of the Annunciation" in the Quirinal Palace in Rome. The remarkable quality of this copper, painted with a light hand and first-rate pictorial technique, places it directly in the Bolognese workshop of the Grand Master, who used to repeat in reduced size and adapted to private needs the extraordinary inventions of the Emilian Genius. Reni's atelier boasted a large group of extremely gifted students, many of whom also experienced great personal success, constantly engaged in replicating their Master's most successful compositions. The sacred images that came out of this flourishing and renowned workshop were always of the highest level and should not be confused with the countless copies of the most varied Renian depictions, produced by the ranks of minor authors who imitated his elegant and highly communicative style. The back of the copper plate bears an ancient inscription attributing it to Guido Reni. The condition of the painting is truly excellent and there are no restorations or repainting noticeable. A beautiful gilded frame with a rich palmette decoration perfectly completes the work. A certificate of authenticity is issued in accordance with the law (FIMA affiliate) Tracked shipping (DHL TRACKING) and fully insured with shockproof packaging in a custom-made wooden crate. Delivery within 3 working days from receipt of bank transfer (DHL EXPRESS) Negotiable price - Personalized payment ALL PHOTOGRAPHIC DETAILS ON THE PRIVATE WEBSITE https://www.antichitaischia.it/it/prodotto/-annunciazione--olio-su-rame