1590
chalk
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Angels in Glory is a 1590 chalk by Jan Muller, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This painting, "Angels in Glory", shows a group of angels playing musical instruments in a cloudy sky. The angels are depicted in various poses, some playing instruments and others singing or flying. The background is filled with clouds and other heavenly elements. The painting is done in black chalk, pen, brown ink, and brown wash heightened with white on laid paper, laid down. This technique gives the painting a sense of depth and texture. The use of white highlights adds a sense of luminosity to the angels and their surroundings. The painting is a beautiful example of Renaissance art, with its use of classical motifs and religious themes. To learn more about this style, look up the Renaissance movement.
Jan Harmensz. Muller (1571–1628) was a Dutch engraver and painter. Muller was born in Amsterdam. His father was a book printer, engraver and publisher. He learned the engraving trade while working in the family…
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