Pharaoh and the Plague of Frogs

About this work

This engraving is packed with tiny, busy scenes. On the left, a dark dome sits inside a brick building with arched windows. People and animals fill the space—some are climbing, others are hiding. The right side shows a big, dramatic throne with a figure holding a staff, surrounded by frogs and strange creatures. The title says this is about a plague of frogs. The artist packed in lots of details, like tiny faces peeking from walls and weird symbols everywhere. Want to see how artists used lines to create depth? Try looking at engraving.