What you are looking at
At dusk, a farmer and his wife stop working in a potato field and bow their heads in prayer as a distant church bell rings the Angelus.
Why it is famous
It became one of the most reproduced paintings of the nineteenth century, and Salvador Dalí was obsessed with it.
How big is The Angelus?
The Angelus measures 55.5 × 66 cm (21.9 × 26.0 in), without its frame. It is roughly the same size as the Mona Lisa.
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Where to see it
It is at the Musée d'Orsay, near The Gleaners.
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Also at the Musée d'Orsay
Frequently asked questions
Who painted The Angelus?
Jean-François Millet painted The Angelus in 1857 to 1859.
Where is The Angelus?
The Angelus is in the Musée d'Orsay, Paris, France.
How big is The Angelus?
55.5 × 66 cm (21.9 × 26.0 in). It is roughly the same size as the Mona Lisa.
What is The Angelus made with?
Oil on canvas.
Sources: Wikidata Q2571560; Wikipedia, "The Angelus". Checked October 17, 2026. How we check.