Death of Almoadam 1877

This 1877 wood engraving by Gustave Doré, titled "Death of Almoadam," depicts a dramatic scene from history. Almoadam, a leader of the rebel forces against the Caliph of Egypt, is being slain by a group of nine Mamelukes (elite warriors) in the Nile River. The scene is full of action and emotion, with the fallen Almoadam struggling against his attackers. The engraving, with its intricate detail and masterful use of light and shadow, is a characteristic example of Doré's skill as an illustrator and artist.