The vision of the prophet Daniel 1809

Luigi Sabatelli's 1809 etching, "The vision of the prophet Daniel," is a dramatic depiction of the biblical story of Daniel's prophecy about the four beasts. The scene shows a winged bear, lion, and leopard battling over a fallen beast in a turbulent sea. The prophet Daniel stands on a rock, witnessing the conflict, as the moon illuminates the scene. Sabatelli's masterful use of light and shadow creates a sense of drama and urgency, making the scene feel both powerful and timeless. The etching is a remarkable example of Sabatelli's skill in depicting both the grandeur of nature and the intensity of human emotion. It remains one of the most iconic images of the prophet Daniel's vision.