The artwork titled “The Death of Jezebel” is a religious painting by Gustave Doré, associated with the Romanticism art movement. It is part of “The Holy Bible” series.
In this compelling depiction, Gustave Doré captures a dramatic scene from the biblical narrative where Queen Jezebel is thrown down from a height, meeting her tragic demise. Several figures are seen pushing her from the high structure while armed men below observe the fall. There is a sense of chaos and action, artistically rendered through Doré’s intricate and meticulous line work. The event is marked by its intense movement and the detailed rendering of characters involved, bringing the story to life with remarkable clarity and emotional intensity.