Daniel in the Lions' Den 1613 - 1809

canvas, wood

portrait image

centre frame

sculpture

black and white format

b w

canvas

black and white theme

portrait reference

black colour

black and white

wood

monochrome

"Daniel in the Lions' Den" is an anonymous oil painting from the early 19th century housed in the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst. The painting depicts the biblical story of Daniel, a prophet who is thrown into a den of lions for refusing to worship the pagan idols of King Darius. However, God protects Daniel, and he emerges unscathed. The painting captures the dramatic moment of Daniel's faith and courage, with the lions rendered in a realistic and powerful manner. The work exemplifies the enduring popularity of biblical themes in art, appealing to both religious and secular audiences.