The artwork “Annunciation Cestello (detail)” is a piece by Sandro Botticelli, created between 1489 and 1490. Rendered on a panel using tempera, this Early Renaissance masterpiece measures 240 by 235 centimeters and is classified under the landscape genre.
In this detail of “Annunciation Cestello,” Botticelli depicts a serene and meticulously rendered landscape. At the forefront of the artwork, a tall, slender tree with dense foliage stands gracefully against a backdrop of a clear, blue sky. The landscape is enriched with architectural features, such as a grand, multi-arched bridge and distant castles. The presence of blooming lilies in the bottom left corner adds a touch of natural beauty and symbolism to the scene, emphasizing the delicate balance between nature and human creations. The landscape is harmoniously structured, drawing the viewer’s eye across the tranquil scenery, which epitomizes the refined aesthetics of the Early Renaissance period.
