Raphael. St. Michael. 1503-1505. Oil on panel. 29.5 x 25.5 cm. Louvre
Raphael. St. Michael. 1503-1505. Oil on panel. 29.5 x 25.5 cm. Louvre Museum, Paris. As with other previous postings, I chose this because it illustrates Biblical lore well. The great use of colors to separate St. Michael and the demon he is slaying really stands out to me. The skill is of an incredibly high level. I remember seeing this in the Louvre as well as there is a statue recreation in Munich (and many other places, for that matter) of this work. It has become synonymous with good triumphing over evil. It always interests me when an artist renders lore in such a realistic manner. -- source link
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