Who painted The Fall of the Rebel Angels?

The Fall of the Rebel Angels was painted by Lucas Emil Vorsterman in 1621.

Where can I see The Fall of the Rebel Angels?

The Fall of the Rebel Angels is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is The Fall of the Rebel Angels?

The Fall of the Rebel Angels is associated with Baroque.

Can I buy a print of The Fall of the Rebel Angels?

Museum-quality prints of The Fall of the Rebel Angels are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

The Fall of the Rebel Angels

Lucas Emil Vorsterman , 1621

The Fall of the Rebel Angels is an ink print by the Baroque artist Lucas Emil Vorsterman. It dates from 1621 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:recto: on plate, below image, along bottom: PHILIPPO IIII. HISPANIARVM REGI CATHOLICO INDIARVM MONARCHAE Humill. Lucas Vorsterman Sculptor D. D. / Cum priuilegys Regis Christianissimi, Principum Belgarum et Ord. Bataviae. Ao. 1621 [in reverse]; on mount, at lower right, in graphite, in later hand: H. 84I (counterproof) Dut VI, 25.I W.286
Markings: Marked:none

About this work

Overview

The Fall of the Rebel Angels is an engraving on laid paper created by Lucas Emil Vorsterman in 1621.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving depicts a tumultuous scene of winged figures in descent, conveying a sense of chaos and drama. The figures exhibit a range of emotions, from struggle to terror, and some are shown wielding objects such as a glowing orb and a spear.

Technique & Style

The artist achieved a high level of detail and movement within a compact space, utilizing the expressive potential of line work to create a dynamic composition.