Elijah in the Wilderness | Frederic Leighton | 1878 16th Century and spirituality

and spirituality

In this richly symbolic work

Cloaked in deep shadow

18 x 24 Inches = 45

dark cypress trees—associated by long-standing tradition with cemeteries and mourning—which is closely hemmed in by precipitous cliffs

Elijah in the Wilderness | Frederic Leighton | 1878 16th Century and spiritualityThis is "Elijah in the Wilderness" by Frederic Leighton, created around 1878. The painting depicts the biblical prophet Elijah, as he lies exhausted in the wilderness, being ministered to by an angel who brings him food and water. Elijah is shown with his muscular build, wearing a loincloth, and is lying down with a pained expression on his face, signifying his fatigue and despair. The angel is portrayed with a serene and compassionate expression,