Angels, or angel-like beings, have appeared in art from around the world for millennia. Though intrinsically a religious concept, they seem to also represent a universal ideal of purity, benevolence and beauty and so have cried out to be represented in art. This book describes these angel-like beings.

Includes index.

Angels and religion. Early prototypes and old testament angels ; Archangel Gabriel and the annunciation ; Nativity, Madonna and child ; Coronation and assumption of the virgin ; Crucifixion and resurrection ; Archangel Michael ; Devils and rebel angels ; Heaven and judgement ; Saints and angels -- Angelic interpretations: classical to allegorical. Guardian angels ; Victorian angels ; The music of angels ; Cherubim to cherubs ; Cupid and classical figures ; Allegorical figures.