With an effort he looked at them as they passed 

"With an effort he looked at them as they passed" is an illustration by Walter Crane, a renowned British artist known for his work in the Arts and Crafts movement. The illustration depicts a scene of a dying king, surrounded by his loyal attendants and guards. Crane's characteristic use of rich colours and decorative details can be seen in the elaborate costumes and the intricate pattern of the king’s bed. This artwork was likely created as a book illustration and is an example of Crane's mastery in narrative art.