The artwork, entitled “Daniel Interpreting the Writing on the Wall,” was created by Gustave Doré in 1866. This engraving is a part of the Romanticism art movement and falls under the genre of religious paintings. It is included in the series “The Holy Bible” and is currently part of a private collection.
The engraving depicts an intricate and dramatic biblical scene in which Daniel interprets mysterious divine writing that appears on the wall. The composition is remarkable for its detailed and expressive representation, capturing the tension and significance of the moment with meticulous line work and shading. The architectural elements in the background, along with the dense assembly of figures in varying poses of shock and contemplation, contribute to the grandeur and the intense atmosphere of the artwork.
