This is a drawing showing an apocalyptic scene with angels, divine figures, and celestial phenomena. The image is detailed, depicting a heavenly assembly with angels, a central figure, and radiant lines. The angels have trumpets and some are flying among the clouds. On Earth, there is chaos with volcanic eruptions, cracks in the ground, and a turbulent sea. Various objects like calligraphy implements and books are in the foreground, set amidst atmospheric clouds. The style is reminiscent of Albrecht Dürer.
Artwork Details
- Date
- probably c. 1496/1498
- Medium
- woodcut on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3499 × 4825 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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