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The Fallen Angel (French: L'Ange déchu) is a painting by French artist Alexandre Cabanel. It was painted in 1847, when the artist was 24 years old, and depicts the Devil after his fall from Heaven. The painting is at the Musée Fabre in Montpellier. History and description
May 9, 2022 · The Fallen Angel (1847) painting by Alexandre Cabanel depicts the Devil when he was cast out of Heaven. The painting was inspired by John Milton’s poem Paradise Lost (1667) about the Devil’s defiance of God.
Oct 14, 2023 · This article examines Alexandre Cabanel's Fallen Angel painting in considerable detail, analysing the composition piece-by-piece, whilst also placing it into the context of the artist's overall oeuvre.
Sep 2, 2022 · The Fallen Angel, a painting of Lucifer, is one of Cabanel’s most famous artworks. During the year 1847, Cabanel was 24 years old and was flourishing in his artistic career, on his way to becoming one of the first geniuses of French academic painting.
Dec 19, 2023 · Alexandre Cabanel’s “The Fallen Angel” stands as a quintessential embodiment of 19th-century French academic art, captivating audiences with its ethereal beauty and enigmatic symbolism. Created in 1868, this masterpiece not only exemplifies Cabanel’s impeccable technique and aesthetic sensibilities but also reflects the intricate social ...
Cabanel was both a history painter and a genre painter, and he evolved over the years towards romantic themes, like Albaydé (1848), inspired by Les Orientales, by Victor Hugo (1829). He received the insignia of knight of the Legion of Honor, in 1855.
Dec 7, 2023 · Alexandre Cabanel's Fallen Angel painting is a masterpiece of academic art and a powerful example of the Romantic tradition. The painting's emotional content and dramatic impact have inspired countless artists and art lovers over the years, and it remains a popular subject for artists today.
