1555
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
The Fall of Babylon is a 1555 by Jean Duvet, a Renaissance work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
The Fall of Babylon is a scene of chaos and destruction. The painting shows a city in ruins, with buildings crumbling and people running. It's interesting because the artist used vivid details to depict the scene, like the fallen statues and broken buildings, which suggests a strong emotional response to the event. The artist's use of detail is notable, as it draws the viewer's eye to different parts of the scene. This level of detail creates a sense of depth and complexity in the painting. You can learn more about this style by looking into the work of artist: Jean Duvet (French, 1485–1561).
In addition to the rare bound volume, the museum owns individual impressions of prints from The Apocalypse .
Read the full account in the museum source.
Jean Duvet (1485 – after 1562) was a French Renaissance goldsmith and engraver, now best known for his engravings.
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