The Adoration of the Golden Calf 1634

Nicolas Poussin's "The Adoration of the Golden Calf" (1634) depicts the biblical story of the Israelites worshipping a golden calf while Moses is on Mount Sinai receiving the Ten Commandments. The painting, now in the National Gallery, London, showcases Poussin's mastery of Classical composition and his detailed representation of figures and landscape. The scene unfolds in a dramatic landscape with the golden calf taking center stage, while figures in the foreground engage in fervent worship, creating a powerful contrast between religious devotion and idolatry. The artwork's subject matter and Poussin's meticulous detail have made it a significant piece in the history of art.