The Daughter of Pharoah Finding the Infant Moses, from Illustrations of the Bible 1833

John Martin’s 1833 "The Daughter of Pharoah Finding the Infant Moses" is a dramatic depiction of the biblical story. The scene unfolds in a dark, almost shadowy landscape, with a large, imposing palace in the background and the distant silhouette of the pyramids. In the foreground, the Pharaoh’s daughter, attended by a servant, reaches into the water, discovering the infant Moses. Martin’s skillful use of light and shadow helps to emphasize the drama and grandeur of the scene. The work is a fine example of Martin’s signature style, which often combined elements of Romanticism and Gothicism, characterized by dramatic lighting, grand compositions, and detailed settings. The scene is rendered in a way that emphasizes the divine providence of Moses’ survival, making the image relevant to a wide range of viewers interested in biblical art. This engraving is from the artist's *Illustrations of the Bible*, a series depicting scenes from the Old and New Testament.