Elias opvækker enkens søn 1827

"Elias opvækker enkens søn" (1827) is a delicate line engraving by Danish artist Edvard Sonne, housed in the Statens Museum for Kunst. It depicts the biblical story of the prophet Elijah raising the widow's son from the dead. Sonne's meticulous detail and refined linework create a poignant scene, conveying the solemnity of the event and the emotional weight carried by the characters. The engraving, a testament to Sonne's mastery of the medium, is a fine example of neoclassical art, drawing inspiration from ancient Greek and Roman art with its focus on clear lines, balanced compositions, and classical subject matter.