Moses Striking Water from the Rock 1635

Nicolas Poussin's "Moses Striking Water from the Rock" (1635) depicts the biblical story of Moses striking a rock to provide water for the Israelites during their journey through the desert. The painting features a dramatic composition with Moses at the center, striking the rock with his staff. The scene is filled with figures, both kneeling and reaching towards the water flowing from the rock. The painting is characterized by Poussin's precise rendering of figures and its classical style, influenced by Renaissance ideals of clarity and order. It is currently on display at the Scottish National Gallery in Edinburgh.