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The Archangel Michael overthrowing Lucifer, 1656. Creator: Francesco Maffei
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The Archangel Michael overthrowing Lucifer, 1656. Creator: Francesco Maffei
The Archangel Michael overthrowing Lucifer, 1656
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**The Archangel Michael Overthrows Lucifer (1656)**
In this breathtaking Baroque masterpiece by Italian artist Francesco Maffei (1600-1665), we witness a pivotal moment in Christian mythology: the triumph of good over evil. The Archangel Michael, resplendent in his golden armor and radiant wings, stands victorious over the fallen Lucifer, whose dark form is engulfed in flames.
The painting's dramatic composition draws us into its fiery vortex, where smoke and flame swirl around the combatants like a maelstrom. Maffei's use of chiaroscuro - strong contrasts between light and darkness - heightens the sense of tension and drama, as if we are witnessing this epic struggle firsthand.
As Michael stands tall, his sword raised in triumph, Lucifer lies defeated at his feet. The contrast between their poses is striking: while Michael exudes power and confidence, Lucifer's form appears twisted and broken. This visual representation of good overcoming evil serves as a powerful reminder of the eternal conflict between light and darkness.
This stunning oil on stone painting (1656) is part of the Thyssen-Bornemisza Collection at Museo Nacional Thyssen Bornemisza in Madrid, Spain. It remains an iconic masterpiece from Italy's Baroque era, continuing to inspire awe and reverence for its masterful execution and timeless themes.
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