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Rebel Angels Collection

"Rebel Angels: A Tale of Heavenly Defiance and Divine Consequences" In the realm of art, the concept has captivated the imaginations of many artists throughout history

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: Fallen Angel, 1847. Creator: Cabanel, Alexandre (1823-1889)

Fallen Angel, 1847. Creator: Cabanel, Alexandre (1823-1889)
Fallen Angel, 1847. Found in the collection of Musee Fabre, Montpellier

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: The Fall of the Damned, c. 1620. Creator: Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640)

The Fall of the Damned, c. 1620. Creator: Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640)
The Fall of the Damned, c. 1620. Found in the Collection of Alte Pinakothek, Munich

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: The Fall of the Rebel Angels, 1554. Creator: Floris, Frans, the Elder (1519-1570)

The Fall of the Rebel Angels, 1554. Creator: Floris, Frans, the Elder (1519-1570)
The Fall of the Rebel Angels, 1554. Found in the collection of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts, Antwerp

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: Paradise Lost: Satan in Council, engraving by Gustave Dore

Paradise Lost: Satan in Council, engraving by Gustave Dore
3780011 Paradise Lost: Satan in Council, engraving by Gustave Dore by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Paradise Lost, by John Milton: Satan in Council)

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: Paradise Lost: Satan in Council, engraving by Gustave Dore

Paradise Lost: Satan in Council, engraving by Gustave Dore
3779861 Paradise Lost: Satan in Council, engraving by Gustave Dore by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Paradise Lost, by John Milton: Satan in Council)

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: Satan in Council, from Book I of Paradise Lost

Satan in Council, from Book I of Paradise Lost
OTB182331 Satan in Council, from Book I of Paradise Lost by John Milton (1608-74) engraved by stephane Pannemaker (1847-1930) c.1868 (engraving) by Dore

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: The War in Heaven, from Book VI of Paradise Lost

The War in Heaven, from Book VI of Paradise Lost
OTB182323 The War in Heaven, from Book VI of Paradise Lost by John Milton (1608-74) engraved by A. Ligny, c.1868 (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); Private Collection; French

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: St. Michael the Archangel Defeat the Rebel Angels, c. 1680

St. Michael the Archangel Defeat the Rebel Angels, c. 1680
5974669 St. Michael the Archangel Defeat the Rebel Angels, c.1680 by Ferrari, Gregorio de (1644-1726); Chiesa di Santa Maria delle Vigne, Genoa, Italy; Luisa Ricciarini; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: Pride is an Enemy to God and to the World but Humility is the Friend of God and Man

Pride is an Enemy to God and to the World but Humility is the Friend of God and Man
STC97247 Pride is an Enemy to God and to the World but Humility is the Friend of God and Man (engraving) by Dutch School, (16th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Dutch

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: Paradise Lost: Satan in Council, engraving by Gustave Dore

Paradise Lost: Satan in Council, engraving by Gustave Dore
3787290 Paradise Lost: Satan in Council, engraving by Gustave Dore by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Paradise Lost, by John Milton: Satan in Council)

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: The Fall of the Rebel Angels, ca 1601. Creator: Gentileschi, Orazio (1563-1638)

The Fall of the Rebel Angels, ca 1601. Creator: Gentileschi, Orazio (1563-1638)
The Fall of the Rebel Angels, ca 1601. Private Collection

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: The Damned, c. 1910. Creator: Rechberg, Arnold (1879-1947)

The Damned, c. 1910. Creator: Rechberg, Arnold (1879-1947)
The Damned, c. 1910. Private Collection

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: The Fall of the Rebel Angels, c. 1650. Creator: Lopez de Arteaga, Sebastian (1610-1652)

The Fall of the Rebel Angels, c. 1650. Creator: Lopez de Arteaga, Sebastian (1610-1652)
The Fall of the Rebel Angels, c. 1650. Found in the Collection of The Hispanic Society of America, New York

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: The Fall of the Rebel Angels, c. 1615-1620. Creator: Palma il Giovane, Jacopo, the Younger

The Fall of the Rebel Angels, c. 1615-1620. Creator: Palma il Giovane, Jacopo, the Younger
The Fall of the Rebel Angels, c. 1615-1620. Found in the Collection of Galleria Borghese, Rome

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: Fall Rebel Angels Loir Alexis 1640-1713 Le Brun

Fall Rebel Angels Loir Alexis 1640-1713 Le Brun
Fall of the Rebel Angels, Loir, Alexis, 1640-1713, after Le Brun, Charles, 1619-1690, Etching and engraving, ca. 1685-1686, This print is comprised of two sheets that have not been adhered together

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: fallen angel fallen angel lies arms stretched out

fallen angel fallen angel lies arms stretched out
The fallen angel, A fallen angel lies with his arms stretched out on a rocky bottom, fall of the rebel angels, who become devils, Willem de Zwart, 1885 - 1931, oil paint (paint), panel, painting

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: Fall rebel angels upper sheet Le Brun Charles

Fall rebel angels upper sheet Le Brun Charles
Fall of the rebel angels: upper sheet, Le Brun, Charles, 1619-1690, Loir, Alexis, 1640-1713, Etching, engraving, black-and-white, ca

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: Fall rebel angels lower sheet Le Brun Charles

Fall rebel angels lower sheet Le Brun Charles
Fall of the rebel angels: lower sheet, Le Brun, Charles, 1619-1690, Loir, Alexis, 1640-1713, Etching, engraving, black-and-white, ca

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: Fall Rebel Angels Norfolk perhaps written East Anglia

Fall Rebel Angels Norfolk perhaps written East Anglia
The Fall of the Rebel Angels; Norfolk perhaps (written), East Anglia, England; illumination about 1190; written about 1490; Tempera colors and gold leaf on parchment; Leaf: 11.9 x 17 cm (4 11)

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: Fall Rebel Angels Southern German Austrian 1715

Fall Rebel Angels Southern German Austrian 1715
The Fall of the Rebel Angels; Southern German or Austrian; 1715 - 1725; Fine-grained, calcareous limestone; 55 × 16.5 × 14.9 cm (21 5, 8 × 6 1, 2 × 5 7, 8 in.)

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: Nude Figures Ruben Fall Rebel Angels ca 1820-22

Nude Figures Ruben Fall Rebel Angels ca 1820-22
Artokoloro

Background imageRebel Angels Collection: Michael and the fall of the rebel angels, Jacob de Wit, 1705-1754

Michael and the fall of the rebel angels, Jacob de Wit, 1705-1754



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"Rebel Angels: A Tale of Heavenly Defiance and Divine Consequences" In the realm of art, the concept has captivated the imaginations of many artists throughout history. From Rubens' dramatic depiction in "The Fall of the Damned" to Gustave Dore's intricate engravings in "Paradise Lost, " these masterpieces bring to life a timeless narrative that explores themes of rebellion, temptation, and ultimate downfall. At the heart of this captivating tale lies Satan himself, as depicted by Dore in his engraving "Satan in Council. " In John Milton's epic poem "Paradise Lost, " we witness Satan rallying his fallen comrades, plotting their revenge against God for casting them out from heaven. The War in Heaven portrayed by Lopez de Arteaga showcases an epic clash between celestial forces, where St. Michael emerges victorious over the rebel angels. However, amidst these grandiose portrayals lies a deeper message about human nature. Pride is showcased as an enemy to both God and humanity while humility is celebrated as a friend. This moral lesson is beautifully captured by Cabanel's painting titled "Pride is an Enemy to God and to the World but Humility is the Friend of God and Man. " The consequences faced by these rebellious beings are also explored through Gentileschi's painting "The Fall of Rebel Angels. " Here we see their descent into damnation, symbolizing their eternal separation from divine grace. Rechberg's haunting piece titled "The Damned" further emphasizes this sense of despair and punishment that awaits those who defy heavenly authority. Through these artworks spanning centuries, we are reminded that even celestial beings can succumb to temptation and face dire consequences for their defiance. The story serves as a cautionary tale about prideful rebellion against higher powers. As viewers immerse themselves in these visual narratives filled with turmoil and consequence, they cannot help but reflect on the delicate balance between free will and divine obedience.