The Death of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram
- Artist
- Gustave Dore
- Style
- Romanticism
- Genre
- Religious painting
"The Death of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram" is a powerful Religious painting that vividly depicts a biblical incident involving divine judgment. Created during the Romanticism era, the artwork emphasizes intense emotion and dramatic movement, capturing the chaos and divine wrath faced by Korah, Dathan, and Abiram. Through dynamic compositions and expressive use of color, the artist evokes a sense of awe and moral gravitas, characteristic of Romanticism’s focus on the sublime and the spiritual. As a Religious painting, it aims to inspire reflection on divine justice and faith.
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