The Seventh Plague of Egypt | John Martin | 1823 Mark Rothko set against a contrasting green

set against a contrasting green background

Van Gogh's intense blues and purples contrast beautifully against the bright green leaves and the earthy background

ethereal light that highlights their beauty and craftsmanship

Van Gogh's use of bold

The scene is set at night

The Seventh Plague of Egypt | John Martin | 1823 Mark Rothko set against a contrasting greenAbout the artwork: "The Seventh Plague of Egypt" by John Martin, completed in 1823, is a dramatic and awe inspiring depiction of the biblical plague as described in the Book of Exodus. In this monumental painting, Martin captures the terrifying moment when Egypt is engulfed in a hailstorm of biblical proportions, with lightning and hailstones raining down from the darkened sky. The scene is filled with chaos and destruction, as buildings crumble and