Elisha Bringing the Blinded Syrian Army to the King of Israel

Antonio Tempesta

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an ancient battle scene with soldiers and a city backdrop. The image depicts an organized procession of soldiers and horses, carrying spears and banners, moving towards a walled city. In the foreground, some soldiers are seen pointing and observing the scene, wearing armor and helmets with distinct plumes. The background is filled with architectural structures typical of an ancient city, featuring towers and a gate that suggest a fortified settlement. The scene is highly detailed, with fine lines capturing the mood and action of the era depicted. Latin text inscriptions are included at the bottom.