Death of the Pharaoh Firstborn son
- Artist
- Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema
- Date
- 1872
- Style
- Romanticism
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Rijksmuseum
The painting titled 'Death of the Pharaoh Firstborn Son' vividly depicts a biblical scene related to the plague of the firstborn, a significant event in the Book of Genesis involving Joseph, a renowned Hebrew figure and dream interpreter. Rendered on canvas using oil paints, this religious painting captures the emotional intensity and divine judgment of the moment. Its dramatic composition shows elements inspired by Romanticism, emphasizing emotional depth and divine presence, making it a powerful visual narrative rooted in biblical tradition.
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