Where is "The Annunciation to the Shepherds" by BASSANO, Jacopo?

"The Annunciation to the Shepherds" is held in the permanent collection of Belvoir Castle, Leicestershire, United Kingdom.

Which museum has "The Annunciation to the Shepherds"?

"The Annunciation to the Shepherds" is on display at Belvoir Castle in Leicestershire.

Who painted "The Annunciation to the Shepherds" and when?

"The Annunciation to the Shepherds" was painted by BASSANO, Jacopo in 1533.

What art movement is "The Annunciation to the Shepherds" associated with?

"The Annunciation to the Shepherds" is a work of Italian, Renaissance, painted by BASSANO, Jacopo.

Can I see "The Annunciation to the Shepherds" in person?

Yes — "The Annunciation to the Shepherds" is on permanent display at Belvoir Castle in Leicestershire. Check the museum website for current opening hours.

BASSANO, Jacopo: The Annunciation to the Shepherds

✦ BASSANO, Jacopo

🖼 The Annunciation to the Shepherds, 1533

◈ Oil on canvas

▣ Belvoir Castle

◎ Leicestershire, United Kingdom

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Nocturnal shepherds and animals scatter in startled wonder as divine light breaks the darkness, rendered in Bassano's characteristic earthy palette and dynamic composition. This rustic interpretation of a sacred moment revolutionized religious art by elevating humble pastoral scenes to spiritual significance, influencing Counter-Reformation imagery across Europe.

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