Habakkuk and the Angel 1661

"Habakkuk and the Angel" is a Baroque sculpture by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, completed in 1661. The piece depicts the prophet Habakkuk being carried through the air by an angel, referencing the biblical story of the prophet delivering food to the captive Daniel in a lion's den. Bernini's mastery of marble is evident in the dynamic composition, with the figures seemingly suspended in mid-air. The dramatic interplay of light and shadow adds to the sense of movement and heightened emotion, characteristic of Bernini's style. The work's powerful realism and theatricality have made it a significant example of Baroque sculpture.