The artwork, titled “The Last Judgement: Trumpeting Angel,” was created by Andrei Rublev in 1408. It is a fresco located in the Assumption Cathedral in Vladimir, Russia. This piece belongs to the Byzantine and Moscow school of icon painting, specifically under the genre of religious painting. The artwork is part of the series of paintings created for the Assumption Cathedral in Vladimir.
This fresco depicts an angel, characterized by worn and weathered features, painted in subtle yet expressive tones typical of Byzantine art. Despite the faded condition of the fresco, the angel’s serene and contemplative countenance is discernible. The halo around the angel’s head is softly illuminated, preserving the divine essence of the figure. The angel’s musical instrument, integral to the depiction of the Last Judgement theme, is partially visible, emphasizing the celestial role in this eschatological scene. The use of muted colors and fine lines reflects the spiritual and stylistic elements of the Moscow school of icon painting, elevating the religious significance of the artwork within the cathedral’s sacred space.
