The Plague of Flies

"The Plague of Flies" is a compelling religious painting that employs gouache to depict a nightmarish scene inspired by the biblical Book of Exodus. The artwork features a dark, chaotic board filled with swarms of flies, symbolizing one of the ten plagues inflicted upon Egypt to demonstrate Yahweh’s power and compel Pharaoh’s release of the Israelites. Through vivid Symbolism and dramatic composition, the artist captures the terrifying and divine nature of the plague, emphasizing its significance as a religious painting that underscores the biblical story of justice and liberation.