Elia opfert in Gegenwart von Ahab c. 1557

This red chalk drawing by Italian Renaissance artist Antonio Campi depicts the biblical story of Elijah sacrificing a bull before King Ahab, as described in 1 Kings 18:36-38. The scene shows Elijah pouring water over the sacrifice on an altar as Ahab watches with an entourage of onlookers. The composition is dynamic, with the figures arranged in a lively group, and the use of red chalk creates a sense of energy and movement. The drawing is a preparatory sketch for a larger painting, demonstrating Campi's skillful use of line and shading to create a convincing illusion of form and space.