The Fall of Ixion | Van Haarlem Cornelis Cornelisz | 1588 16th Century the saint is shown in

the saint is shown in a moment of contemplative prayer or possibly confronting temptation

The juxtaposition of decay and renewal evokes the fragile boundary between body and spirit

and anchored the development of the style for which Martin would become famous

Stone’s refined treatment of snowfall and surface texture imparts both mystery and lyrical calm

Doré evokes an atmosphere of desolation and moral terror

The Fall of Ixion | Van Haarlem Cornelis Cornelisz | 1588 16th Century the saint is shown inThis dramatic Mannerist painting depicts Ixion cast headlong into the flames of eternal punishment. Van Haarlem twists the muscular nude into an unnatural, tumbling pose, heightening the sense of violent descent. Harsh light, contorted anatomy, and fiery darkness combine to convey divine wrath, hubris, and the terrifying consequences of defying the gods. Print: A premium quality heavyweight (200gsm) fine art print material with a smooth, clean finish.