Passage of the Jews through the Red Sea 1891

Ivan Aivazovsky’s 1891 “Passage of the Jews through the Red Sea” is a dramatic depiction of the biblical story of the Israelites escaping Pharaoh's army by crossing the Red Sea. The painting is a classic example of Aivazovsky's mastery of depicting the sea and its powerful forces. The artist uses light and color to create a sense of awe and wonder, as well as a feeling of danger and uncertainty. The Israelites are depicted in the foreground, their figures dwarfed by the vast expanse of the sea. In the distance, the pursuing Egyptian army can be seen, their figures swallowed by the darkness of the night. The painting is a powerful testament to the belief in God's intervention in the lives of his people.