The Fable | El Greco | 1580 17th Century haloed figure—possibly an angel or

haloed figure—possibly an angel or spirit—gently rows a flower-adorned boat under the moonlight

The painting captures the stark contrast between the forces of evil and the redemptive sacrifice of Christ

contemplative

her hand resting gently in that of her husband's

This image is a mezzotint engraving by John Martin titled Satan Arousing the Fallen Angels

The Fable | El Greco | 1580 17th Century haloed figure—possibly an angel or"The Fable" (ca. 1580) by El Greco is a mysterious and symbolic painting that depicts three figures huddled around a small flame. At the center is a youth blowing on a coal, casting dramatic light on his eerily illuminated face. To his left is a monkey, symbolizing folly or base instincts, and to his right a man with a red cap, often interpreted as a rogue or trickster. The work is notable for its intense chiaroscuro and psychological depth,