The Fall of the Rebel Angels (detail) 1530

This detail from Domenico Beccafumi's "The Fall of the Rebel Angels" (c. 1530) depicts a dramatic moment from the Book of Revelation. A fallen angel, wielding a sword, plunges into a dark, cavernous underworld, a scene of chaos and despair. Beccafumi's dynamic composition, intense chiaroscuro, and vivid color palette create a powerful visual experience. The painting exemplifies High Renaissance Italian art, with its emphasis on human anatomy, emotional expression, and the portrayal of religious narratives.