The sacrifice of Elijah 1648 - 1658

Luca Giordano's "The Sacrifice of Elijah" is a dramatic black and white drawing that depicts a scene from the biblical story of Elijah's fiery ascension to heaven. The artwork, created between 1648 and 1658, shows the prophet Elijah being carried upwards on a whirlwind of flames. The composition is dynamic and theatrical, emphasizing the intensity of the event. Giordano masterfully conveys the sense of awe and fear experienced by those witnessing Elijah's divine departure. This drawing, currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is a testament to Giordano's skill in depicting religious narratives with dramatic flair.