The artwork, titled “Arrival Of The Good Samaritan At The Inn,” by Gustave Doré, is a religious painting from the Romanticism art movement. This piece is part of the series “The Holy Bible.”
The artwork depicts a profound biblical scene, illustrating the benevolence of the Good Samaritan as he arrives at an inn with an injured man. The Good Samaritan is shown aiding the man, who is draped over his own beast of burden, while another figure appears to assist in guiding him up the inn’s steps. The innkeeper, an elderly man with an expressive demeanor, stands at the entrance, ready to receive them. The surrounding environment, rich in detail and somber in tone, enhances the gravity of the moment being portrayed. This piece is emblematic of Doré’s skill in capturing the deep emotions and moral undertones of biblical tales.
