The Unjust Judge and the Importunate Widow (The Parables of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ) 1864

Sir John Everett Millais's "The Unjust Judge and the Importunate Widow" from 1864, depicts a biblical parable from the Gospel of Luke. This wood-engraving illustrates the story of a persistent widow seeking justice from a corrupt judge. The detailed composition captures the dramatic tension between the widow's persistent pleas and the judge's weariness, highlighting the theme of perseverance in the face of adversity. The artwork, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to Millais's skill in conveying narrative through meticulous detail and evocative imagery.