Moses and the Brazen Serpent n.d.

This anonymous pen and ink drawing, titled "Moses and the Brazen Serpent," depicts the biblical story of Moses raising a serpent on a staff to heal the Israelites who were suffering from a plague of venomous snakes. The artist captures the drama of the scene through dynamic lines and expressive figures. Moses, at the center of the composition, is depicted as a powerful figure, pointing toward the serpent and guiding the afflicted people towards healing. The image, housed at the Art Institute of Chicago, is a compelling example of the expressive power of line drawing in depicting a biblical narrative.