The Fall of the Rebellious Angels
1618
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1618
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Fall of the Rebellious Angels is a 1618 ink by Philippe Thomassin, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print is packed with swirling bodies and wild movement. Angels tangle in the air, some flailing, others clutching at each other. Their faces twist in pain or rage. Dark clouds and jagged lines fill the background, making everything feel chaotic. Notice how the artist used tiny lines to build up shadows and texture—it’s all in the details. The scene looks like a fight between heaven and hell. Want to see how this style works? Look up engraving.
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