The Transfiguration

About this work

This print shows a dramatic scene with two groups of people. In the sky, a glowing figure with outstretched arms floats above three men who are falling backward. Below, a crowd of people—some kneeling, some standing—reacts in shock, pointing or covering their faces. The artist used strong contrasts between light and dark to create depth, especially around the floating figure. The figures below are drawn with careful attention to their expressions and movements, making the scene feel chaotic yet controlled. Look up *chiaroscuro* next to see how this technique works.