The Punishment of Korah, Dathan and Abiram
- Artist
- Sandro Botticelli
- Date
- 1481
- Style
- Early renaissance
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Vatican Museums
"The Punishment of Korah, Dathan and Abiram" is a striking religious painting from the Early renaissance period, exemplifying the spiritual and dramatic qualities typical of that era. This Fresco depicts the biblical punishment of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram as described in the Book of Numbers, capturing the moment of divine retribution with vivid intensity. The composition emphasizes movement and emotion, characteristic of Renaissance art’s focus on realism and human expression. Its traditional religious themes and masterful execution reflect the theological and artistic values that shaped early religious religious paintings.
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