Famine in Samaria - Gustave Dore City Desperation and King's Despair

This canvas wall print presents Gustave Dore's dramatic engraving "A Famine in Samaria,' capturing the gravity of desperation during a time of divine trial. The composition shows a king addressing his people from a raised platform while soldiers stand behind him and the afflicted crowd pleads below.
Dore's masterful monochrome etching highlights the emotional disparity-strong armored figures contrasted against the sick, wounded, and starving. With robes cascading down the steps and limbs outstretched in supplication, every figure is charged with symbolic motion. The cloudy sky and minimal backdrop place full focus on the human suffering and solemn command.
Perfect for scripture study areas, or sacred libraries, this wall canvas evokes humility, leadership, and the weight of biblical justice. It invites viewers to reflect on divine testing, resilience in hardship, and the powerful presence of faith during historical trials. A moving centerpiece for spiritually guided spaces.