This is one of the most extraordinary sculptures I’ve ever seen. “The Fall of the Rebel Angels” is carved from a single piece of ivory. Made in Italy in the early 1700s by an unknown artist, it stands nearly a foot tall and depicts the demise of Heaven’s rebellious angels into the depths of the netherworld. Notice Adam and Eve clinging to the “Tree of Knowledge” at the bottom. The item is currently on display at the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City, Missouri.
That is incredible. The detail is intense
Yes, it is. I’m always amazed by such artwork because the attention to detail goes beyond anything a machine can create.
It is, I agree
It is an amazing piece.
Unbelievable. So intricate. I can’t imagine the hours it took to complete.
Well, when you think that 500 or so years back people had a lot of time on their hands – hands that weren’t holding a cell phone or computer mouse – it kind of make sense they could create something so intricate.
Ha, good point.
Spectacular!
Yes, it is! It’s amazing what people in ancient times could do only with their hands and a few tools.