Moses Slaying the Egyptian, from "Dalziels' Bible Gallery" 1863 - 1881

"Moses Slaying the Egyptian" is a dramatic wood engraving by Edward John Poynter, created for "Dalziels' Bible Gallery" between 1863 and 1881. The image depicts the biblical scene from Exodus 2:12, in which Moses, angered by the mistreatment of a Hebrew slave, kills an Egyptian taskmaster. Poynter's detailed style and emphasis on the raw emotion of the moment make this a powerful and unforgettable scene, showcasing the artist's talent for capturing dramatic narrative through the medium of wood engraving.