Forthwith upright he rears from off the pool His mighty stature 

This illustration by Gustave Doré depicts a scene from the Book of Revelation, specifically the fall of Lucifer. The dramatic composition features Lucifer, a fallen angel, plummeting into the sea with outstretched wings, while an angel, with a spear in hand, stands victoriously on a rock overlooking the scene. Doré’s mastery of detail and dramatic lighting enhances the sense of epic struggle and divine justice prevalent in this biblical story. This piece showcases Doré’s significant contribution to the visual interpretation of religious texts and the power of graphic art to bring biblical narratives to life.