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

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

"The Poems of Thomas Gray" (1798)

is seen lying on the ground with his head resting on his arm

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.