“The Transfiguration” is an evocative artwork created by the renowned artist Gustave Doré. This piece is a notable example of the Romanticism movement and belongs to the genre of religious paintings. It is part of the series “The Holy Bible.” The artwork depicts a significant biblical event, capturing the moment of the Transfiguration of Jesus.
In the artwork, the central figure of Jesus is prominently placed, radiating divine light and ascended in a celestial aura. Surrounding Him are clouds, which add a sense of depth and ethereal atmosphere to the scene. At Jesus’s side, two historical figures from the Bible, Moses and Elijah, are poised, seemingly in conversation with Him. Below, three disciples are depicted with expressions of awe and reverence, some shielding their eyes from the intense brilliance above. The intricate detailing and careful interplay of light and shadow in the engraving emphasize the divine nature of the event and the spiritual awe that it evokes.
