Abraham and Isaac 

"Abraham and Isaac" is a painting by English artist Robert Smirke, depicting a pivotal moment from the biblical story of Abraham's near-sacrifice of his son Isaac. The painting showcases Smirke's talent for capturing dramatic emotion and the intensity of the scene through the figures' expressions and poses. Abraham's anguished gaze and Isaac's resigned posture convey the weight of the moment. Smirke's use of muted browns and ochres creates a somber atmosphere, emphasizing the solemnity of the event.