The Plague of Flies (Exodus 8:21) 1540 - 1609

"The Plague of Flies (Exodus 8:21)" (1540-1609) is a drawing by Italian Renaissance artist Federico Zuccaro. The drawing depicts a scene from the Book of Exodus in the Bible where God sends a plague of flies upon the Egyptians as a punishment for their refusal to let the Israelites go. The drawing showcases Zuccaro's mastery of anatomical detail and dramatic composition, highlighting the suffering and despair of those afflicted by the plague. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, houses this drawing, which exemplifies the artist's characteristic brown ink and wash style.