A composition that contrasts others of same genre and presents a new depiction.

Deafness and the then times of Spaniards inspired Goya to paint several works, one of which is this portraiture of madmen.

Displaying wealth and death.

A painting exhibiting the themes of death and love.

A symbolic work from the gallery of Gustave Moreau, here’s what Jupiter and Semele exhibits.

Understanding the meticulously painted composition of Malle Babbe by Frans Hals.

Depicting a private snapshot of a group of village women, The Story Teller by Amrita Sher-Gil showcases the artist’s talent for depicting domestic life while maintaining aestheticism and realism.

Showcasing an exceptionally well-modeled female figure, Flaming June remains one of the most intriguing works of the Victorian Era, with some suggesting it might be made to tempt the viewer and others indicating that it depicts death.

Fernand Khnopff had painted several compositions that continue to dismantle even the most knowledgeable individuals. One among these is I Lock My Door Upon Myself and here’s what it exhibits.

Lucifer, an intriguing subject throughout the ages, has been depicted in many forms, following the artist’s imagination and learnings. This read will present 10 Lucifer paintings that give a glimpse into how art history exhibited this fascinating subject.