The Valley of the Dry Bones | Gustave Doré | 1866 Select Size:18" x 24" who reclines casually in his

who reclines casually in his simple dwelling

Martin's use of light and shadow adds to the atmosphere of suspense and impending doom

Through his masterful use of light and shadow

It depicts a flock of sheep in a state of panic

illustrating a young

The Valley of the Dry Bones | Gustave Doré | 1866 Select Size:18" x 24" who reclines casually in hisAbout the artwork: This illustration depicts 'The Vision of the Valley of Dry Bones' which is a prophecy chapter in the Book of Ezekiel. Within this chapter it details a vision revealed to the prophet Ezekiel, conveying a dream like realistic naturalistic depiction. In his vision the prophet sees himself standing in the valley full of dry human bones.