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The Annunciation – Victorian Art – Auguste Pichon – Catholic Art Print – Archival Quality – St Mary – Angel Gabriel Ornament Zelie was a professional laceThis Annunciation, painted in the middle of the Victorian era, is unique in its delicacy and restraint. We can see clearly the gentleness of Mary and the care with which Gabriel approaches her. We can feel the stillness of the moment, almost feel the breath she drew as he made the Announcement. Gabriel is pointing to the Holy Spirit, even after Mary has lowered her gaze, for our benefit. Auguste Pichon was one of the most famous portrait painters of