Triumph of the Church
1650
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1650
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This print is packed with figures—angels, warriors, and horses tangled in a chaotic scene. At the center, a winged warrior rides a horse while others fight or float above. The background is crowded with clouds, buildings, and symbols like a cross and a wheel. Dark lines and deep shadows make the figures stand out sharply against light areas. The title hints this shows a religious idea, not a real event. The artist used strong contrasts between light and dark to create drama. Next, check out chiaroscuro to see how this technique works.
