Angel of the Death 1851

"Angel of the Death" (1851) by Horace Vernet depicts a dramatic scene of death and mourning. A young woman, dressed in white, is being lifted from her bed by a shadowy angel, while a man, dressed in red and black, kneels beside her in grief. The painting is a powerful depiction of the fragility of life and the inevitability of death, exploring themes of faith and loss. The use of light and shadow contributes to the emotional weight of the scene.