The artwork, entitled “Study for ‘Fallen Angel’,” was created by the artist Alexandre Cabanel circa 1846 in France. This piece, rendered in oil on canvas, belongs to the Academicism movement and serves as a sketch and study. It measures 25.2 by 37.4 centimeters.
The artwork depicts a solitary figure, a fallen angel, in a moment of poignant solitude. The angel’s nude form is seated upon a rocky surface, with his head resting in his hand, expressing a state of deep contemplation and sorrow. The wings of the angel, laden with muted colors, drape over the curve of his back, emphasizing his celestial nature despite his earthly predicament. The backdrop consists of a dramatic, overcast sky with contrasting light and dark clouds, contributing to the somber and reflective mood of the scene.
