"Belshazzar's Feast" by John Martin, completed in 1821, is a monumental depiction of the biblical narrative from the Book of Daniel. In this dramatic painting, Martin portrays the moment when the Babylonian king Belshazzar witnesses the divine judgment foretold by the appearance of a mysterious hand writing on the wall. The scene is rendered with intense drama and vivid detail, as Belshazzar recoils in terror while his courtiers react with shock and dismay. Martin's use of light and shadow adds to the atmosphere of suspense and impending doom, while the architectural grandeur of the Babylonian palace conveys the opulence and decadence of the ancient empire. Through "Belshazzar's Feast," Martin invites viewers to contemplate themes of pride, hubris, and the inevitability of divine judgment, while showcasing his mastery of narrative storytelling and visual spectacle.
Year of creationc. 1820 (half-size sketch by the artist himself, contemporary with the original which was exhibited at the British Institution in February 1821, where it won a prize of £200)
Technique/MediumOil on canvas
Original dimensions80 x 120.7 cm (per Tate's John Martin: Apocalypse 2011 catalogue; some sources cite 90.2 x 130.2 cm)
Collection/Museumale Center for British Art, New Haven, Connecticut (Paul Mellon Collection)
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