Daniel Interpreting the Writing on the Wall

1866

Gustave Doré captures the ultimate ancient panic attack in this dramatic scene from the Book of Daniel. During King Belshazzar's lavish feast, a mysterious message has appeared on the palace wall, sending the guests into a frenzy of terror while the prophet Daniel stands calm and authoritative to interpret the doom. Doré was a master of light and shadow, using it here to make the divine Aramaic text literally shine through the gloom, reminding us that even the most powerful kings can't ignore supernatural graffiti.

Technique: Wood engraving

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