The artwork titled “They heard, And from His presence hid themselves among The thickest trees” is an illustration by Gustave Doré, associated with the Romanticism art movement. This piece is part of the “Paradise Lost” series and exemplifies the genre of illustration.
The artwork portrays two figures, presumably Adam and Eve, seeking refuge within the dense underbrush of a forest. The surrounding trees and foliage are depicted with intricate detail, highlighting the thickness and envelopment of the forest. Sunlight pierces through the tree canopy, casting rays upon the forest floor, which enhances the dramatic atmosphere of concealment and trepidation. The elaborate rendering of the natural elements, combined with the expressive postures of the figures, captures a poignant moment of fear and concealment within the larger narrative of John Milton’s “Paradise Lost.” The detailed, monochromatic illustration exemplifies Doré’s mastery in conveying emotion and narrative through his intricate engravings.
