Murder of Abel by Cain
- Artist
- Kuzma Petrov-Vodkin
- Date
- 1910
- Style
- Symbolism
- Genre
- Religious painting
The painting titled Murder of Abel by Cain vividly captures the biblical story with dramatic intensity and emotional symbolism. Depicting the moment of fratricide, it employs symbolism to convey themes of betrayal, guilt, and divine judgment. The composition often features stark contrasts, expressive expressions, and a somber palette characteristic of religious painting traditions. Through its powerful imagery, the work invites viewers to reflect on morality and the consequences of sin, creating a profound narrative rooted in faith and human emotion.
Related artworks
- Hercules and Antaeus by Andrea Mantegna
- Crucifixion scene, Christ on the Cross with Mary and John by Albrecht Altdorfer
- Hurricane by Kuzma Petrov-Vodkin
- Illustration to "A Week of Kindness" by Max Ernst
- Savage Hump-Shaker by Maria Primachenko
- Illustration to "A Week of Kindness" by Max Ernst
- Untitled by Mark Rothko
- No.1 (Untitled) by Mark Rothko
- Untitled (Gray, Gray on Red) by Mark Rothko
- Illustration to "A Week of Kindness" by Max Ernst