The Fall of the Rebel Angels (detail) 1530

"The Fall of the Rebel Angels" (detail), a 1530 work by Domenico Beccafumi, presents a dramatic scene of a fallen angel being attacked by a sword-wielding figure, showcasing the artist's characteristic use of dynamic composition and intense expression. The scene is depicted within a panel of an altarpiece, likely illustrating the story of Lucifer's rebellion against God and subsequent expulsion from Heaven. Beccafumi's mastery of color and detail is evident in the depiction of the angels' garments, the intricate architecture of the background, and the dramatic interplay of light and shadow.