Jakob ringt mit dem Engel 1850 - 1856

Eugène Delacroix's "Jakob ringt mit dem Engel," painted between 1850 and 1856, depicts the biblical story of Jacob wrestling with an angel. The scene unfolds in a shadowy, forested landscape, emphasizing the struggle between the two figures. The powerful, dynamic composition, with its dramatic use of light and shadow, is characteristic of Delacroix's Romantic style. The painting evokes a sense of both physical and spiritual conflict, highlighting the intensity and drama of the story. Delacroix's interpretation of this biblical event explores themes of faith, perseverance, and divine intervention.