The Fall of the Rebel Angels [recto]
1526
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1526
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Fall of the Rebel Angels [recto] is a 1526 ink by Parmigianino, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This sketch shows a chaotic scene of falling figures tangled in swirling lines. The angels—some sprawled, others mid-fall—are drawn with quick, sketchy strokes. The background is filled with loose, wavy marks that look like wind or movement. The artist used ink and wash to create a sense of urgency, almost like scribbling with purpose. The lines overlap and twist, making the scene feel dramatic. Next, check out cross-hatching to see how artists build shading with layers of lines.
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