Title: L’ange guerrier
Artist: Odilon Redon (French, 1840-1916)
Medium: oil on canvas
Dimensions: 76.2 x 61 cm
Description
In his later years, Odilon Redon frequently drew inspiration from mythological themes. This work synthesizes the legends of Saint Christopher, patron saint of travelers, and Saint Michael vanquishing the dragon, presenting a profoundly striking vision of the “angel-warrior.” The figure embodies both divine authority and a touch of human luminosity. Redon’s distinctive symbolist brushwork transforms the ancient narrative into a drama of the inner spirit. Color and light whisper across the canvas, constructing a transcendent realm that exists beyond reality yet speaks directly to the soul.
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Image Dimensions: 512 x 639 pixels
Image Size: 69 KB
Image Format: JPG
Print Resolution: 96 dpi
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License: Public Domain, Free for Commercial Use
