Annunciatie /De Mens tussen Vernuft en Christus 1546 - 1562

This engraving, made by Frans Huys in the mid-16th century, depicts the Annunciation and humanity between Ingenuity and Christ. On the left, the angel Gabriel approaches Mary, bearing lilies, symbols of purity, while the dove of the Holy Spirit descends in radiant light. This scene, charged with divine presence, echoes through centuries of art, linking back to ancient symbols of fertility and the sacred feminine. Consider the lily, its form reminiscent of the scepter, a symbol of power. Here, it appears in Minoan frescoes, and later, in Renaissance paintings, each time imbued with shifting yet resonant meanings. It speaks to our collective memory, stirring subconscious connections to themes of purity, hope, and renewal. The emotional weight of this image lies in its ability to tap into these deep, archetypal associations, engaging viewers on a profound level. This is not merely a depiction of a biblical event, but an echo resonating through time.