# Annunciation [View the canonical artwork record]() ## Artwork - Artist: [WEYDEN, Rogier van der]() - Date: 1401-1450 - Technique: Panel, 20 x 12 cm ## Commentary The Annunciation is attributed to a follower of Rogier van der Weyden, however, it is entirely in the spirit of the master. In accordance with medieval custom, the angel approaches Mary in the bedroom of a townhouse. The room contains a red bed with a large canopy. The jug which holds a number of lily stems is a symbol of Mary's virginity. ## Related artworks - [Abegg Triptych]() - [Annunciation Triptych]() - [Bladelin Triptych \(central panel\)]() - [Bladelin Triptych \(exterior\)]() - [Bladelin Triptych \(left wing\)]() - [Bladelin Triptych]() - [Bladelin Triptych \(right wing\)]() - [Braque Family Triptych \(central panel\)]() - [Braque Family Triptych \(closed\)]() - [Braque Family Triptych \(detail\)]() - [Braque Family Triptych \(left wing\)]() - [Braque Family Triptych]() ## Attribution [Web Gallery of Art]()