Raphael and the Mob. Illustration from a 1914 Edition of Charles Kingsley's 1853 Novel Hypatia 1914

"Raphael and the Mob" is a 1914 black and white illustration by British artist Byam Shaw, created for an edition of Charles Kingsley’s 1853 novel, Hypatia. The illustration depicts a scene from the book, where the protagonist, Raphael, is caught in a tumultuous crowd. A large, white figure standing on a dais, likely representing a statue of a deity, is behind Raphael, while other characters look on, showcasing the artist’s mastery of detail in capturing the chaotic energy of the mob.