Lucifer

Paul Manship, Lucifer, 1956, bronze and quartz on wood base, 7 3⁄4 x 7 1⁄8 x 4 7⁄8 in. (19.7 x 18.2 x 12.4 cm), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Bequest of Paul Manship, 1966.47.61

Artwork Details

Title
Lucifer
Artist
Date
1956
Location
Dimensions
7 3⁄4 x 7 1⁄8 x 4 7⁄8 in. (19.7 x 18.2 x 12.4 cm)
Credit Line
Bequest of Paul Manship
Mediums
Mediums Description
bronze and quartz on wood base
Classifications
Subjects
  • Religion — Satan
Object Number
1966.47.61
Linked Open Data
https://edan.si.edu/saam/id/object/1966.47.61

Artwork Description

This sculpture shows the rebellious angel Lucifer, who, according to medieval Christian legend, was banished from heaven and sent to rule the underworld. The purple quartz of the base grows darker toward the bottom, emphasizing the angel’s descent into the darkness of hell.

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