Repentance of Nineveh | John Martin | 1840 William Holbrook Beard a divine or ethereal figure

a divine or ethereal figure hovers above a tranquil body of water

this composition features a simple arrangement of oranges placed on a table or surface

The play of light and shadow on the icy surfaces creates a mesmerizing array of colors

created in 1601

John the Baptist

Repentance of Nineveh | John Martin | 1840 William Holbrook Beard a divine or ethereal figureAbout the artwork: "The Repentance of Nineveh" by John Martin, completed in 1840, is a stunning portrayal of the biblical story from the Book of Jonah. In this monumental painting, Martin captures the moment when the city of Nineveh, threatened with divine judgment for its sins, repents and turns to God for mercy. The scene is filled with a sense of awe and reverence, as the inhabitants of Nineveh, from the king to the common people, gather in solemn