"And the devil that deceived them was cast into the lake of fire, where the beast and the false prophets are..." 1899

Editor: This haunting print, "And the devil that deceived them was cast into the lake of fire..." by Odilon Redon, feels strangely serene despite its title. I’m curious, what catches your eye in this piece? Curator: Isn't it fascinating how Redon can evoke such darkness with such delicacy? The swirling blacks feel less like hellfire and more like a dreamscape. Do you see how the figure's face seems to emerge from the shadows, almost questioning its own damnation? Editor: I do. It’s like a moment of introspection amidst chaos. Curator: Exactly! Redon was a master of exploring the subconscious. It's as if he's asking us, "What devils lurk in our own minds?" Editor: I never thought of it that way. The title feels like a challenge now, not a statement. Curator: Art holds a mirror to our souls, doesn’t it? Redon simply polished the glass. Editor: Definitely gives me something to think about. Thanks!