The Tenth Plague of Egypt, from the Liber Studiorum, engraved by William Say, 1816

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"The Tenth Plague of Egypt," from the Liber Studiorum, is a significant work by the renowned British artist Joseph Mallord William Turner, engraved by William Say in 1816. This piece is part of Turner's Liber Studiorum (Book of Studies), a series of prints that the artist produced and published between 1807 and 1819. The series was intended to document and categorize the breadth of Turner's work and to showcase the range of landscapes and historical subjects that he mastered.

The Tenth Plague of Egypt depicts the biblical event described in the Book of Exodus, where the final plague results in the death of the firstborn of Egypt, an act of divine retribution that led to the liberation of the Israelites from slavery. Turner's interpretation of this dramatic moment is both evocative and haunting, capturing the emotional intensity and the overarching themes of tragedy and deliverance.

Turner's mastery of light and shadow is evident in this work, as he uses these elements to emphasize the supernatural aspect of the plague. The composition is characterized by a strong use of chiaroscuro, with the darkness enveloping the Egyptian households contrasted against the divine light that signifies the passing of the destructive angel. The scene is rendered with a sense of immediacy that conveys the horror and despair of the Egyptians while also alluding to the hope of freedom for the Israelites.

The engraving by William Say is a testament to the collaborative process between painter and printmaker, with Say's skillful interpretation of Turner's original design translating the painter's complex tonalities and dramatic vision into the medium of print. "The Tenth Plague of Egypt" stands as a powerful example of Turner's historical landscapes and his exploration of sublime themes through art, as well as his contribution to the printmaking tradition of the early 19th century.

As a work within the Liber Studiorum, "The Tenth Plague of Egypt" reflects Turner's ambition to elevate landscape painting to the status of historical painting, which was considered the highest genre of art at the time. The series as a whole was instrumental in shaping the perception of Turner's legacy and continues to be studied for its artistic significance and innovative approach to printmaking.

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