The Rejection of Cain’s Sacrifice 1842

Sir John Everett Millais's 1842 drawing, "The Rejection of Cain’s Sacrifice," depicts a dramatic scene from the Book of Genesis. The artist uses a striking contrast of light and dark to emphasize the moment when God rejects Cain’s offering. The figure of Cain, depicted with a distressed expression, is dramatically illuminated, while Abel, kneeling in prayer, is shrouded in shadow. This artwork is a testament to Millais’s mastery of detail and skill in capturing emotional intensity.