The Angel of the Lord Announcing the Resurrection (1805) by Benjamin West

The Angel of the Lord Announcing the Resurrection - Benjamin West - 1805

Artwork Information

TitleThe Angel of the Lord Announcing the Resurrection
ArtistBenjamin West
Date1805
Mediumoil,panel
Dimensions82.2 x 134.8 cm
Art MovementRococo
Current LocationBrooklyn Museum, New York City, NY, US

About The Angel of the Lord Announcing the Resurrection

“The Angel of the Lord Announcing the Resurrection” is an oil painting executed on a panel by Benjamin West in 1805. The artwork, which measures 82.2 by 134.8 cm, falls within the Rococo art movement and portrays a religious scene. It is currently housed in the Brooklyn Museum in New York City, NY, US.

The artwork depicts an ethereal angel, bathed in light, ascending gracefully while announcing the resurrection. The angel’s wings are spread wide, and its figure is rendered with a sense of divine radiance and movement. Surrounding the angel are various figures: on the left, armored soldiers exhibit expressions of astonishment and fear, while to the right, women in flowing garments, one of whom is kneeling, exhibit reverence and awe. The composition is dramatic, with a stark contrast between the dark background and the illuminated angel, emphasizing the miraculous nature of the resurrection. The intricate detailing in the clothing and the emotional intensity on the faces of the figures contribute to the spiritual atmosphere of this significant religious event.

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