The Last Judgment 1535 - 1555

Jean Mignon's "The Last Judgment" (1535–1555) is a powerful depiction of the biblical event. The etching, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, shows Christ seated on a throne in heaven, surrounded by angels and saints, while below, the damned are tormented in hell. The artist's use of intricate detail and dramatic composition effectively conveys the terror and awe of the scene. Mignon, who lived a short life from 1535 to 1555, produced this work during the Italian Renaissance, a period known for its renewed interest in classical art and its emphasis on realism and human emotion.